Which of the following is not correct pertaining to the cavernous sinus?

A) traversed by the internal carotid artery
B) located on either side of the sella turcica
C) may become thrombosed via infections in the superior part of the face
D) septic thrombosis can lead to the development of meningitis
E) contains the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve


Ans: E

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