Hematoma, Epidural, Cranial

Overview

Accumulation of blood in the EPIDURAL SPACE between the SKULL and the DURA MATER, often as a result of bleeding from the MENINGEAL ARTERIES associated with a temporal or parietal bone fracture. Epidural hematoma tends to expand rapidly, compressing the dura and underlying brain. Clinical features may include HEADACHE; VOMITING; HEMIPARESIS; and impaired mental function.

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Quick facts about Hematoma, Epidural, Cranial

Topic type

Condition

Category

Cardiology

MeSH classification

C10.228.140.300.535.450.300|C10.900.300.837.300|C14.907.253.573.400.400|C23.550.414.838.349|C23.550.414.913.400|C26.915.300.490.400

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