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Calcified chronic subdural hematoma. Case report
H Kobayashi1, M Hayashi, H Kawano
1Department of Neurosurgery, Fukui Medical School.
Zentralblatt Fur Neurochirurgie
|January 1, 1988
Insights
A calcified chronic subdural hematoma was successfully removed from a 51-year-old man. Magnetic resonance (MR) imaging proved highly effective for preoperative evaluation and surgical planning.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Neuroradiology
- Neurology
Background:
- Chronic subdural hematomas (CSDHs) can present with varied symptoms, including dizziness, headache, and vomiting.
- Calcified CSDHs are a rare subtype requiring specific diagnostic and surgical considerations.
Observation:
- A 51-year-old male presented with acute neurological symptoms suggestive of a CSDH.
- Diagnostic imaging included both computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance (MR) studies.
- Surgical intervention was performed to evacuate the hematoma.
Findings:
- The patient's CSDH was confirmed to be calcified.
- Surgical removal of the calcified CSDH was achieved safely and effectively.
- MR imaging provided crucial details for preoperative assessment.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful surgical management of a rare calcified CSDH.
- The findings underscore the significant utility of MR imaging in the preoperative evaluation of CSDHs.
- Accurate preoperative assessment aids in achieving safe and complete surgical resection.
Abstract:
A case of calcified chronic subdural hematoma was presented. This patient was a 51-year-old man, who had a dizzy spell with headache and vomiting. He was examined by MR study as well as CT scan. The operation was performed and the calcified subdural hematoma was removed safely. MR study is very useful for the preoperative evaluation.