Posterior fossa subdural hematoma in a hemophiliac.
A successfully managed case of posterior fossa subdural hematoma occurring in a hemophiliac is reported, and the rarity of this lesion is mentioned. The management of the hemophiliac who is a victim of craniocerebral trauma is discussed, with emphasis on the use of computerized tomographic scanning to obtain rapid diagnosis. The importance of prophylactic Factor VIII replacement is emphasized, and appropriate methods of Factor VIII administration are outlined.
D000293:Adolescent; D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy; D003399:Craniotomy; D005169:Factor VIII / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006408:Hematoma, Subdural / Q000150:complications* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy; D006467:Hemophilia A / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010375:Pedigree; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed
D005169:Factor VIII