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Review
. 2005 Dec;19(6):490-4.
doi: 10.1080/02688690500495216.

Decompressive surgery for acute subdural haematoma leading to contralateral extradural haematoma: a report of two cases and review of literature

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Decompressive surgery for acute subdural haematoma leading to contralateral extradural haematoma: a report of two cases and review of literature

S Mohindra et al. Br J Neurosurg. 2005 Dec.

Abstract

Development of a contralateral epidural haematoma during or immediately after cranial surgery is a well-described entity. However, in a case of acute subdural haematoma where the brain is usually tense, postoperative development of contralateral extradural haematoma is uncommon. We report two cases of contralateral extradural haematoma after decompressive surgery for acute subdural haematoma. We recommend routine postoperative CT immediately after cranial surgery for head trauma. This would help in timely detection and treatment of such a complication.

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