sigmoid sinuses

A form of sigmoid sinus — 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.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of sigmoid sinus
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