Cerebral Veins Lecture Notes

Overview

• Discusses the superficial and deep veins of the cerebrum.
• Both types of veins drain into the dural venous sinuses.

Deep Veins of the Cerebrum

• Great Cerebral Vein
  • Drains into the straight sinus.
  • Two major sets of tributaries:
    • Internal Cerebral Veins
      • Associated with the thalamus and choroid plexus of the lateral and third ventricles.
      • Travel posteriorly to unite and form the great cerebral vein.
    • Basil Veins
      • Associated with midbrain structures.
      • Extend posteriorly and drain into the great cerebral vein.

Superficial Venous Drainage

• Groups of Veins
  • Superior Cerebral Veins
    • Extend along the lateral surface superiorly.
    • Drain into the superior sagittal sinus located within the falx cerebri.
  • Superficial Middle Cerebral Vein
    • Travels within the lateral (Sylvian) fissure.
    • Drains into three different sinuses:
      • Via Superior Anastomotic Vein: Drains into the superior sagittal sinus.
      • Via Inferior Anastomotic Vein: Travels inferiorly to drain into the transverse sinus.
      • Extends anteriorly to drain into the cavernous sinus.

Conclusion

• Ends with a request for feedback and future topic suggestions via comments or email.