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Clinical and computed tomography analysis of intracerebral haemorrhage
A K Thacker1, K Radhakrishnan, J C Maloo
1Division of Neurology, Medical University, Benghazi, Libya.
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This study on intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH) found hypertension is a major risk factor, particularly for putaminal ICH. Coma and intraventricular haemorrhage were associated with high mortality rates.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Radiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH) is a critical neurological condition with significant morbidity and mortality.
- Understanding the demographic, etiological, and clinical characteristics of ICH is crucial for improving patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the clinical features, risk factors, and outcomes of patients with intracerebral haemorrhage.
- To identify common locations and associated conditions like intraventricular haemorrhage.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of clinical records and computed tomography (CT) scans from 50 consecutive patients with ICH.
- Categorization of ICH based on location (putaminal, thalamic, cerebellar) and presence of intraventricular haemorrhage.
Main Results:
- Putaminal ICH (48%) and thalamic ICH (16%) were the most frequent types.
- Hypertension was the primary risk factor (64% overall, 83% in putaminal ICH).
- A 26% mortality rate was observed by the third week, with high coma incidence (79%) in intraventricular haemorrhage cases.
Conclusions:
- Hypertension is a key modifiable risk factor for intracerebral haemorrhage.
- Intraventricular haemorrhage and coma are associated with poor prognosis and increased mortality.
- Further research into non-hypertensive causes and preventative strategies is warranted.
Abstract:
The clinical records and computed tomography scans of 50 consecutive patients with intracerebral haemorrhage (ICH) were analysed. Putaminal (48%) and thalamic (16%) ICH comprised the largest group, followed by cerebellar haemorrhage (12%). Intraventricular haemorrhage was observed in 14 cases, a majority being secondary to parenchymal haemorrhage. Hypertension remained the most important risk factor, occurring in 64% of the whole group and 83% of those with putaminal ICH. No predisposing factors for the haemorrhage were identified in 28% of patients. Twenty-seven patients were comatose; the incidence of coma in association with intraventricular haemorrhage was 79%. At the third week, 13 patients had died, a mortality rate of 26%.