True or False: US shows an enlarged extra axial space.
True. There is an enlarged extra axial space overlying the frontal convexities with complex fluid and a bulging fontanelle.
A neurosurgery consult was made and there was concern for subdural hematoma. A CT of the brain with and without contrast was then performed for further evaluation. Based on the CT results what is the most likely diagnosis? A. Subdural hematoma B. Subdural empyema C. Cephalohematoma D. Subgaleal hematoma E. Benign enlargement of subarachnoid space F. Obstructing hydrocephalus G. Normal
E. Benign enlargement of subarachnoid space. CT images reveal and enlarged extra axial space with fluid density that of CSF and a bulging anterior fontanelle.
There is an enlarged extra axial space overlying the frontal convexities with complex fluid and a bulging fontanelle.