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Extradural Hemorrhage


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Alternate Names : Epidural Hematoma, Extradural Hematoma

Extradural Hemorrhage Diagnosis & Tests

The neurologic examination may show "focal neurologic deficits" (signs of malfunction of a specific part of the brain, for instance arm weakness on one side) or may indicate increased intracranial pressure.

If there is increased intracranial pressure, emergency surgery may be needed in order to relieve the pressure within the head and spare the brain from further injury.

A head CT scan will confirm the diagnosis of an extradural hemorrhage and will pinpoint the exact location of the hematoma and any associated skull fracture.

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Review Date : 8/1/2002
Reviewed By : Lucas Restrepo, M.D., Clinical Instructor, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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