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  • Neurology
  • Radiology

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  • Sinking skin flap syndrome is an underdiagnosed complication following decompressive craniectomies.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for symptom reversal.

Observation:

  • A patient with severe head injury developed neurological worsening 4 months post-decompressive craniectomy.
  • MRI revealed skin retraction causing mass effect at the craniectomy defect.

Findings:

  • Sinking skin flap syndrome presents with headache, dizziness, behavioral changes, and neurological deficits.
  • Symptoms are exacerbated by Valsalva maneuvers and positional changes.
  • Diagnosis relies on clinical observation, confirmed by imaging studies.

Implications:

  • Cranioplasty is the definitive treatment for sinking skin flap syndrome.
  • Prompt surgical intervention leads to complete neurological recovery.
  • Understanding the pathophysiology aids in managing this complication.