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Straight sinus

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The straight sinus is a dural venous sinus in the brain that drains blood from the deep middle of the brain towards the confluence of sinuses. It is formed by the joining of the inferior sagittal sinus and the great cerebral vein.

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