A more systemic management of subdural hematoma with the aid of CT scan.
Computerized tomography (CT) allows an easy evaluation of the current methods of treatment of chronic subdural hematoma. In a prospective study of 20 consecutive patients, burr-hole evacuation or conservative management monitored by CT proved effective invariably. All patients had returned to normal when discharged from hospital.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D003399:Craniotomy; D005260:Female; D006408:Hematoma, Subdural / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D001239:Inhalation; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D014207:Trephining