Traumatic brain injuries

Case contributed by David Cuete
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Patient involved in a traffic accident, loss of consciousness

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Male
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Computed tomography demonstrated an extensive epidural hematoma right, left frontal subarachnoid hemorrhage and intraparenchymal contusions. Pneumocephalus also associated with a fracture of the temporal bone. Midline shift. 

Case Discussion

Multiple traumatic injuries. 

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