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CAVERNOUS SINUS

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Cavernous Sinus.

Cavernous Sinus - as a noun

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sinus cavernosus

Example Sentences

"The cavernous sinus is a large thin-walled vein located at the base of the brain."
"Damage to the cavernous sinus can result in vision problems and facial pain."
"The cavernous sinus receives blood from veins in the face and brain."
"Infections in the nasal area can sometimes spread to the cavernous sinus."
"The oculomotor nerve passes through the cavernous sinus on its way to the eye muscles."
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