Subdural haematoma caused by metastatic dural carcinomatosis.
A case of subdural haematoma caused by metastatic dural carcinomatosis is reported. The condition is a rare but distinct entity. It is usually due to vascular obstruction of the dural vessels by tumour cells. If diagnosed early, patients may benefit from neurological surgery.
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Department of Surgical Neurology, Morriston Hospital, Swansea, Wales.
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D001932:Brain Neoplasms / Q000556:secondary*; D001943:Breast Neoplasms; D002277:Carcinoma / Q000556:secondary*; D005260:Female; D006408:Hematoma, Subdural / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged