Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Venous Sinus.
Venous Sinus - as a noun
A wide channel containing blood; does not have the coating of an ordinary blood vessel
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sinus5Hypernyms (Closely Related)
canal7channel12duct7epithelial ductHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The superior sagittal sinus is a major venous sinus found along the midline of the brain."
"A thrombosis in the cavernous sinus, a type of venous sinus, can cause severe symptoms."
"When a venous sinus becomes blocked or damaged, it can result in increased intracranial pressure."
"Trauma to the head can sometimes lead to rupture of a venous sinus."
"A venous sinus is a type of blood vessel that is low in oxygen and rich in carbon dioxide."
