Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis: Abducens Palsy Risk
Cavernous sinus thrombosis can lead to abducens palsy, impairing lateral eye movement due to damage to the abducens nerve. The cavernous sinus, surrounding the pituitary gland and carotid artery, may become blocked by a clot, causing inflammation and reduced blood flow. This inflammation can extend to the petrous apex, affecting the abducens nerve and leading…