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Acute traumatic cervical epidural hematoma from a stab wound
1Department of Surgery, University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore 21201.
Annals of Emergency Medicine
|June 1, 1991
Summary
A rare cervical spinal epidural hematoma developed in a man after a neck stab wound, presenting with minimal symptoms. This case highlights an unusual cause and presentation of this serious spinal condition.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Trauma Surgery
Background:
- Cervical spinal epidural hematoma is a rare condition.
- It often necessitates emergency surgery due to rapid neurological decline.
Observation:
- A 34-year-old male presented with minor symptoms after a stab wound to the neck.
- Computed tomography myelogram confirmed a cervical spinal epidural hematoma.
Findings:
- The patient's stab wound led to an unusual cause of cervical spinal epidural hematoma.
- The presentation of minimal symptoms was atypical for this condition.
Implications:
- This case expands understanding of cervical spinal epidural hematoma etiology.
- It underscores the importance of considering diverse causes in spinal trauma evaluations.