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Sagittal Sinus Thrombosis  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Formation or presence of a blood clot (THROMBUS) in the SUPERIOR SAGITTAL SINUS or the inferior sagittal sinus. Sagittal sinus thrombosis can result from infections, hematological disorders, CRANIOCEREBRAL TRAUMA; and NEUROSURGICAL PROCEDURES. Clinical features are primarily related to the increased intracranial pressure causing HEADACHE; NAUSEA; and VOMITING. Severe cases can evolve to SEIZURES or COMA.

Entry terms

  • Thrombosis, Sagittal Sinus

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-B253N4GF-7

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