Caverns Sinus Thrombosis
Journal: Medical Journal of Clinical Trials & Case Studies (Vol.3, No. 3)Publication Date: 2019-05-10
Authors : Najia al H Attia Saleh Al Z Ibraheem K Amal Z Laila SA liza OS; Hashim N;
Page : 1-5
Keywords : Caverns Sinus; Thrombosis; Streptococcus; Cerebral Injury; Sensorimotor;
Abstract
Cavernous sinus thrombosis (CST) is the formation of a blood clot within the cavernous sinus, a cavity at the base of the brain which drains deoxygenated blood from the brain back to the heart. This is a rare disorder and can be of two types– septic cavernous thrombosis and aseptic cavernous thrombosis. Most commonly the form is of septic cavernous sinus thrombosis. The cause is usually from a spreading infection in the nose, sinuses, ears, or teeth. Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus are often the associated bacteria. Cavernous sinus thrombosis symptoms include: decrease or loss of vision, chemosis, exophthalmos (bulging eyes), headaches, and paralysis of the cranial nerves which course through the cavernous sinus. This infection is life-threatening and requires immediate treatment, which usually includes antibiotics and sometimes surgical drainage. Aseptic cavernous sinus thrombosis is usually associated with trauma, dehydration, anemia, and other disorders.
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