Othematoma associated with ill-fitting helmet and high G load: a case report.
One case of othematoma caused by high +Gz load and an improperly fitted helmet is described. Many recommended modalities of treatment are followed by the reaccumulation of the fluid. Compression sutures should, therefore, be the treatment of choice. A properly-fitted, light-weight helmet can help prevent this injury.
D000054:Acceleration / Q000009:adverse effects*; D000328:Adult; D000337:Aerospace Medicine; D004431:Ear, External / Q000293:injuries*; D006260:Head Protective Devices; D006406:Hematoma / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011482:Protective Devices