What's so dangerous about the danger triangle? Think of this small segment of your face as a direct line to your brain. That's thanks to your cavernous sinus, a network of large veins located behind your eye sockets.
Your fingers are now outlining the danger zone – “the triangle of death.” It sounds very dramatic, I know. The scary name comes from the fact that the blood vessels in this part of the face have a direct link to blood vessels close to the brain. There are also important structures around the eyes, nose, and mouth.
If the skin inside this triangle is broken, like from a cut or popped pimple, bacteria can enter the body and cause infection. Due to its proximity to critical portions of the brain, the infection can quickly lead to serious complications, including cavernous sinus thrombosis, meningitis, brain abscess, or even death.
CST commonly arises from infections from the paranasal sinuses and area around the nose, eyes, and mouth, also known as the danger triangle of the face. [1] Infections from this area can travel through the skin and pterygoid plexus, a valveless venous system that connects with the cavernous sinus.
The Triangle of Death is a name given to a region south of Baghdad during the 2003–2011 occupation of Iraq by the U.S. and allied forces which saw major combat activity and sectarian violence from early 2003 into the fall of 2007.
The "Triangle of Death" in Iraq was an extremely dangerous area during the US-Iraq war. When U.S. and Coalition forces liberated Iraq between 2003 to 2011, the patch of territory just south of Baghdad developed the menacing nickname.
The cavernous sinuses receive venous blood from the facial veins (via the superior and inferior ophthalmic veins) as well as the sphenoid and middle cerebral veins.
A major blood vessel called the jugular vein carries blood through the cavernous sinuses away from the brain. A blood clot can develop when an infection in the face or skull spreads to the cavernous sinuses.
If a blood clot forms in one of these veins (often in response to an infection), the clot can restrict blood flow from your brain. Cavernous sinus thrombosis can cause long-term damage to your brain, eyes and nerves. Without prompt treatment, it may result in death.
The danger space is posterior to the retropharyngeal space. It has also been referred to as the prevertebral, anterior visceral, or vascular visceral space [39]. The danger space is comprised of loose areolar tissue defined by the alar fascia anteriorly and the prevertebral fascia posteriorly [2,9,16].
The facial vein (or anterior facial vein) is a relatively large vein in the human face. It commences at the side of the root of the nose and is a direct continuation of the angular vein where it also receives a small nasal branch. It lies behind the facial artery and follows a less tortuous course.
It's tempting, but popping or squeezing a pimple won't necessarily get rid of the problem. Squeezing can push bacteria and pus deeper into the skin, which might cause more swelling and redness. Squeezing also can lead to scabs and might leave you with permanent pits or scars.
Popping your pimples anywhere on your face is not advised, especially in the area on your face known as the "danger triangle." You risk an infection that could travel to your brain and bloodstream if you pop a pimple in that region.
What happens if you don't pop a whitehead is that it goes away on its own, usually in 3 to 7 days. While you're waiting, you can also use makeup to lessen its appearance. Look for a product that is “buildable” (can be applied in layers on your skin).
Deep veins of the legs
(PE), possibly because of the higher clot burden. The superficial femoral and popliteal veins in the thighs and the posterior tibial and peroneal veins in the calves are most commonly affected.
These clots usually develop in the lower leg, thigh, or pelvis, but they can also occur in the arm. It is important to know about DVT because it can happen to anybody and can cause serious illness, disability, and in some cases, death.
Transverse sinus (TS) (77.9%) was the most common site of venous sinus thrombosis.
Cavernous sinus thrombosis is usually a late complication of an infection of the central face or paranasal sinuses. Other causes include bacteremia, trauma, and infections of the ear or maxillary teeth. Cavernous sinus thrombosis is generally a fulminant process with high rates of morbidity and mortality.
The danger triangle of the face consists of the area from the corners of the mouth to the bridge of the nose, including the nose and maxilla.
The retromandibular vein is a deep facial vein that drains structures of the face, including the lateral (side) of the skull, jaw, parotid gland, and masseter muscle.
The section of your face from the bridge of your nose to the corners of your mouth is sometimes known as the “danger triangle of the face,” or even the “triangle of death.” And it's one place where you should never pop a pimple, as it can lead to an infection in your brain.
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