superior sagittal sinus

sinus sagittalis superior

The superior sagittal sinus (also known as the superior longitudinal sinus), within a human cranium, is an area above/behind the brain, which allows blood veins to span the area, from the top of the head towards the back. It is believed that the cerebrospinal fluid drains through the arachnoid granulations into the dural venous sinuses of the superior sagittal sinus. [WP,unvetted].

Type Vessel
Parent Structure sagittal sinus
Latin Name sinus sagittalis superior
FMA ID 50767

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the superior sagittal sinus?
The superior sagittal sinus (also known as the superior longitudinal sinus), within a human cranium, is an area above/behind the brain, which allows blood veins to span the area, from the top of the head towards the back. It is believed that the cerebrospinal fluid drains through the arachnoid granu
What is the Latin name for the superior sagittal sinus?
The Latin name for the superior sagittal sinus is sinus sagittalis superior.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.