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Subdural effusions in children under two years--clinical and computer-tomographical data.
Neuropadiatrie
|May 1, 1980
Summary
Subdural effusions in children under two years old were diagnosed using CT scans. This reliable imaging method identified effusions in 87 of 161 children, often small, with associated CT abnormalities.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Radiology
- Neuroradiology
Background:
- Subdural effusions are a concern in pediatric patients.
- Accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of CT scans in diagnosing subdural effusions in young children.
- To characterize the findings associated with subdural effusions.
Main Methods:
- Investigated 161 children under 24 months of age.
- Utilized computed tomography (CT) of the skull.
- Reviewed anamnestic and clinical history.
Main Results:
- Subdural effusions were identified in 87 children (54%).
- CT scans confirmed subdural effusions in 1.7% of approximately 5,000 scans.
- Small effusions (1-7 mm) were most common (51%); associated findings included dilated interhemispheric sulcus and internal hydrocephalus.
Conclusions:
- CT is a highly reliable method for diagnosing subdural effusions in children under two years.
- Subdural effusions often present with other CT abnormalities.
- Specific clinical and anamnestic symptoms can aid diagnosis.