What are the causes of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis?
In general, cerebral venous sinus thrombosis may be associated with factors such as traumatic brain injury, intracranial infection, meningitis, organ failure, and cancer. Patients are advised to follow medical instructions for symptomatic treatment. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury may cause blockage of cerebral blood vessels, leading to impaired blood circulation and subsequently triggering intracranial venous sinus thrombosis. Patients can take medications such as vitamin K1 tablets or tranexamic acid tablets under medical guidance.
2. Intracranial Infection
Intracranial infection is a common cause of venous sinus thrombosis. The infection may result from bacteria, fungi, or viruses entering the venous sinuses and causing inflammation. This may increase blood viscosity within the sinuses, ultimately leading to thrombus formation. Patients may be treated under medical supervision with medications such as ofloxacin tablets or Compound Xueshuantong capsules.
3. Meningitis
Meningitis may cause inflammation in the meninges, and this inflammatory stimulation may trigger intracranial venous sinus thrombosis. Patients can be treated with medications such as injectable penicillin sodium or injectable ceftriaxone sodium as directed by their physicians.
4. Organ Failure
When patients experience systemic organ failure, venous sinus thrombosis may also occur. It is recommended that patients promptly go to the hospital for interventions such as endotracheal intubation or tracheotomy to relieve symptoms of respiratory distress.
5. Cancer
Some cancer cells can release thromboplastin, potentially causing blood coagulation within the venous sinuses and resulting in thrombus formation. Additionally, certain cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy or chemotherapy may suffer damage to vascular endothelial cells, which can also contribute to thrombosis. Patients may take medications such as morphine hydrochloride sustained-release tablets or oxycodone hydrochloride sustained-release tablets under medical supervision; when necessary, timely hospital visits for targeted therapy are recommended.
If patients experience any discomfort or symptoms, they should seek prompt medical attention to avoid delays in diagnosis and treatment.