A Medley of Midbrain Maladies: A Brief Review of Midbrain Anatomy and Syndromology for Radiologists

Figure 10

Vascular supply of the midbrain at the level of the superior colliculus is divided into 3 zones. The superior colliculus and tectum are supplied by the superior cerebellar artery. Vascularization of the medial zone is provided by paramedian branches of the basilar artery. The lateral zone is supplied by the posterior cerebral artery.