sigmoid sinus en · NOUN
Meanings
- A sinus on each side of the brain that is a continuation of the transverse sinus on the same side, follows an S-shaped course to the jugular foramen, and empties into the internal jugular vein.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| sigmoid sinuses | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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Translations (1)
cmn 乙狀竇 /乙状窦 (dural venous sinus)