Sulcus sinus petrosi superioris

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The sulcus sinus petrosi superioris is a narrow bony impression in the skull.

Anatomy

The sulcus sinus petrosi superioris is caused by the Sinus petrosus superior and runs along the upper edge of the Petrous pyramid.

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Internal surface of the temporal bone
Schematic illustration of the internal surface of the temporal bone. Figure adapted from Gray's Anatomy, Figure 138.

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