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Traumatic intracranial aneurysms: a contemporary review
1Department of Surgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire.
The Journal of Trauma
|December 1, 1993
Summary
Traumatic intracranial aneurysms are uncommon consequences of head injuries. This study reviews their features, surgical treatments, and diagnostic imaging, including a case report and literature analysis.
Area of Science:
- Neurosurgery
- Neuroradiology
- Pathology
Background:
- Traumatic intracranial aneurysms are rare but serious complications following head trauma.
- Understanding their pathogenesis and clinical presentation is crucial for effective management.
Observation:
- This work presents clinical and pathologic features of traumatic intracranial aneurysms.
- It details surgical treatment strategies for affected patients.
- Latest neuroradiologic diagnostic procedures relevant to these aneurysms are discussed.
Findings:
- The study includes an illustrative case report of a traumatic intracranial aneurysm.
- A comprehensive review of existing literature on traumatic aneurysms is provided.
Implications:
- This review aids clinicians in diagnosing and managing traumatic intracranial aneurysms.
- Enhanced understanding of neuroradiologic findings can improve patient outcomes.
- Highlights the importance of considering aneurysms in patients with head injuries.