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Delayed traumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in children
V Atluru1, L G Epstein, A Zilka
1Division of Pediatric Neurology, Nassau County Medical Center, East Meadow, NY 11554.
Pediatric Neurology
|September 1, 1986
Summary
Delayed traumatic intracerebral hemorrhage is a rare occurrence in pediatric patients. Cranial computed tomography scans help document this condition and understand its causes.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Pediatric Medicine
- Trauma Surgery
Background:
- Delayed traumatic intracerebral hemorrhage is an exceptionally rare event in pediatric populations.
- Understanding the underlying mechanisms of post-traumatic intracranial bleeding in children is crucial for effective management.
Observation:
- This report details five pediatric cases of delayed traumatic intracerebral hemorrhage.
- The study utilized cranial computed tomography (CT) scans performed both before and after the hemorrhages for comprehensive documentation.
Findings:
- The findings highlight the utility of serial cranial CT scans in diagnosing and characterizing delayed traumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in children.
- Analysis of imaging suggests potential insights into the pathogenic mechanisms driving this rare phenomenon.
Implications:
- This study underscores the importance of considering delayed intracerebral hemorrhage in pediatric trauma evaluations.
- Further research into the pathogenic mechanisms may lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for pediatric head injuries.