Frequently asked questions
What is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury is an injury to the skull and brain. It can be closed, which means that the brain is not exposed or in danger of being exposed to the external environment, or open, when the brain is exposed to the external environment. In closed injury […]
Chronic subdural hematoma
Chronic subdural hematoma is a collection of bloody fluid between the meninges and the brain. It may occur following a head injury and can even occur 1-2 months after the blow. It is most commonly seen in the elderly, and chronic anticoagulant therapy (incl. aspirin) appears to increase its incidence. Clinically, the patient […]