The transverse sinus is a paired intradural venous sinus of the brain.
Anatomy
The transverse sinus drains the inferior cerebral and cerebellar veins and receives the Inferior anastomotic vein (vein of Labbé). It also drains the Confluence of sinuses. It carries venous blood via the Sigmoid sinus into the Internal jugular vein.
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Imaging
The transverse sinus can be visualized using various imaging modalities, such as CT, MRI, and Angiography studies.
