Table 1. Predisposing conditions to the development of cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST).

This is not an exhaustive list.

CVST predisposing conditions

Recent surgery

Prior medical conditions (thrombophilia, anti-phospholipid syndrome, cancer, inflammatory bowel disease)

Transient situations (pregnancy, puerperium, dehydration, infection, dehydration, infection)

Medications (oral contraceptives, exogenous hormones, substance abuse)

Unpredictable events (head trauma)