What is another word for cerebellar artery?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛɹɪbˌɛləɹ ˈɑːtəɹi] (IPA) 
The cerebellar artery is a vital artery that delivers blood to the cerebellum. It is an artery that is commonly referred to by its anatomical name, but there are also other names that it is known by. The posterior inferior cerebellar artery and the superior cerebellar artery are both synonyms for the cerebellar artery. The posterior inferior cerebellar artery supplies the inferior surface of the cerebellum and lateral medulla while the superior cerebellar artery supplies the upper surface and sides of the cerebellum. These arteries play an essential role in maintaining proper brain function and helping to prevent cerebellar infarct, which can be caused by a blocked cerebellar artery.
