2019
DOI: 10.1016/j.tcr.2019.100193
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Delayed evolving epidural hematoma in the setting of a depressed skull fracture: A case report and review of the literature

Abstract: Background Historically, in the pediatric population, there is a highly selective approach for repeat imaging given the risk of radiation and costs. In the lieu of this, frequent neurological checks and even ICP monitoring has been used as an adjunct, although not always successful. We present a case of a pediatric patient with a late evolving epidural hematoma in the setting of a depressed skull fracture, and present an argument for serial CT imaging in a select patient population similar to his.… Show more

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“…These predictors include the GCS score at presentation, fracture site, and fracture type. Fractures involving more than one area and those associated with other intracranial injuries have also been shown to worsen outcome and increase the need for surgical intervention [17].…”
Section: Skull Fracturesmentioning
confidence: 99%

Acute phase of traumatic brain injury

Bolaño-Romero,
Gaitan-Herrera,
Galarza-Garrido
et al. 2022
roneuro
“…These predictors include the GCS score at presentation, fracture site, and fracture type. Fractures involving more than one area and those associated with other intracranial injuries have also been shown to worsen outcome and increase the need for surgical intervention [17].…”
Section: Skull Fracturesmentioning
confidence: 99%

Acute phase of traumatic brain injury

Bolaño-Romero,
Gaitan-Herrera,
Galarza-Garrido
et al. 2022
roneuro