Cavernous sinus thrombosis

Cavernous sinus thrombosis

Sistema nervioso y sentidos especiales

Efectos adversos de los fármacos en el sistema nervioso

Disfunción cerebral global

Trastornos metabólicos

Síndromes de dolor neurológico

Aspectos destacados

en inglés

A cavernous sinus thrombosis is a rare, life-threatening condition that occurs when a blood clot blocks the cavernous sinus, which is one of the veins that drain blood from your head and brain. It is usually caused by a bacterial infection that has spread from the sinuses, ear, or nose. Symptoms may include headache, eye pain and swelling, red eye, fever, nausea, vomiting, and loss of balance. A cavernous sinus thrombosis can lead to permanent vision loss, coma, or death if left untreated.