Rapid spontaneous resolution of epidural hematoma: a case report

Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg. 2010 May;16(3):280-2.

Abstract

Incidence of acute epidural hematoma is estimated as 1.5% of patients treated for head trauma. The condition can be fatal, and urgent surgical evacuation is recommended. Spontaneous resolution may occur in some cases. Herein, rapid spontaneous resolution of an epidural hematoma is reported and possible mechanisms are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Accidents, Traffic*
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Hematoma, Epidural, Cranial / diagnostic imaging
  • Hematoma, Epidural, Cranial / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Mandibular Fractures / etiology
  • Remission, Spontaneous
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed