sinus cavernosus (Meaning)

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sinus cavernosus (n)

either of a pair of large venous sinuses in the cranial cavity

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either of a pair of large venous sinuses in the cranial cavity

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The sinus cavernosus is a complex venous structure located at the base of the skull.

Thrombosis of the sinus cavernosus can lead to serious complications, including blindness and facial paralysis.

The cavernous sinus is often involved in infections of the face and scalp.

The sinus cavernosus is a major drainage pathway for blood from the face and brain.