inferior petrosal sinus
sinus petrosal inferior
The inferior petrosal sinus, within the human head, is an area beneath the brain, which allows blood veins to span the area, from the center of the head downward. It drains from the cavernous sinus (beneath the brain) to the sigmoid sinuses above the internal jugular vein.
| Type | Vessel |
| Latin Name | sinus petrosal inferior |
| FMA ID | 50770 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the inferior petrosal sinus?
The inferior petrosal sinus, within the human head, is an area beneath the brain, which allows blood veins to span the area, from the center of the head downward. It drains from the cavernous sinus (beneath the brain) to the sigmoid sinuses above the internal jugular vein.
What is the Latin name for the inferior petrosal sinus?
The Latin name for the inferior petrosal sinus is sinus petrosal inferior.
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