Assessment of the Patient With Intracerebral Hemorrhage: A Review of the Literature

Cardiol Rev. 2021 Jan/Feb;29(1):20-25. doi: 10.1097/CRD.0000000000000332.

Abstract

Spontaneous nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Given the risk of rapid neurological deterioration, early identification with rapid neuroimaging is vital. Predictors of outcome, such as spot sign and intracerebral hemorrhage score, can help guide management goals. Management should be aimed at prevention of hematoma expansion, treatment of increased intracranial pressure, and prevention of secondary brain injury and medical complications.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cerebral Angiography
  • Cerebral Hemorrhage* / diagnosis
  • Disease Progression
  • Hematoma / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*