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Delayed posttraumatic intracranial lesions in children
1Neurosurgery Department, Prof. Dr. Juan P. Garrahan National Pediatric Hospital, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Pediatric Neurosurgery
|January 1, 1991
Insights
Delayed posttraumatic intracranial hematomas, including intracerebral and extradural types, require vigilant monitoring. Prompt neuroradiological re-evaluation is crucial for patients with head trauma to prevent fatal outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Neurology
- Trauma Care
Background:
- Delayed intracranial hematomas can occur after head injuries.
- Intracerebral and extradural hematomas present significant risks.
Abstract:
Three patients with delayed posttraumatic intracranial hematoma (2 intracerebral and 1 extradural) are described, together with a review of the literature on possible etiologies. Close monitoring of the patient with craniocerebral trauma is essential to avoid a fatal outcome and to repeat neuroradiological studies when warranted.