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'''Subdural Hygroma''' is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the subdural space, the area between the brain and the dura mater, one of the membranes that cover the brain. This condition is often a complication of head injuries, brain surgery, or subdural hematoma evacuation. | {{SI}} {{Infobox medical condition | ||
| name = Subdural hygroma | |||
| image = [[File:Subdural_hygroma,_frontal_and_temporal.jpg|left|thumb|Subdural hygroma on CT scan]] | |||
| caption = CT scan showing subdural hygroma | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Headache]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[seizures]], [[focal neurological deficits]] | |||
| complications = [[Chronic subdural hematoma]], [[increased intracranial pressure]] | |||
| onset = Variable, often after [[head injury]] | |||
| duration = Can be acute or chronic | |||
| causes = [[Traumatic brain injury]], [[cerebrospinal fluid]] leakage | |||
| risks = [[Elderly]], [[anticoagulant therapy]], [[alcohol use disorder]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Computed tomography|CT scan]], [[Magnetic resonance imaging|MRI]] | |||
| differential = [[Subdural hematoma]], [[epidural hematoma]], [[arachnoid cyst]] | |||
| treatment = Observation, surgical drainage if symptomatic | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in [[elderly]] and post-traumatic cases | |||
}}'''Subdural Hygroma''' is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the subdural space, the area between the brain and the dura mater, one of the membranes that cover the brain. This condition is often a complication of head injuries, brain surgery, or subdural hematoma evacuation. | |||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of subdural hygroma is not fully understood. However, it is often associated with [[Traumatic Brain Injury|traumatic brain injuries]], [[Brain Surgery|brain surgery]], or the evacuation of a [[Subdural Hematoma|subdural hematoma]]. It is believed that the trauma or surgery disrupts the brain's normal fluid balance, leading to the accumulation of CSF in the subdural space. | The exact cause of subdural hygroma is not fully understood. However, it is often associated with [[Traumatic Brain Injury|traumatic brain injuries]], [[Brain Surgery|brain surgery]], or the evacuation of a [[Subdural Hematoma|subdural hematoma]]. It is believed that the trauma or surgery disrupts the brain's normal fluid balance, leading to the accumulation of CSF in the subdural space. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of subdural hygroma can vary depending on the size and location of the fluid collection. Common symptoms include headache, changes in mental status, weakness on one side of the body, and seizures. In severe cases, it can lead to increased intracranial pressure, which can be life-threatening. | The symptoms of subdural hygroma can vary depending on the size and location of the fluid collection. Common symptoms include headache, changes in mental status, weakness on one side of the body, and seizures. In severe cases, it can lead to increased intracranial pressure, which can be life-threatening. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Subdural hygroma is typically diagnosed through imaging studies such as [[Computed Tomography|computed tomography (CT)]] or [[Magnetic Resonance Imaging|magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)]]. These tests can show the presence of fluid in the subdural space. | Subdural hygroma is typically diagnosed through imaging studies such as [[Computed Tomography|computed tomography (CT)]] or [[Magnetic Resonance Imaging|magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)]]. These tests can show the presence of fluid in the subdural space. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment for subdural hygroma depends on the severity of the symptoms and the size of the fluid collection. In some cases, no treatment is necessary and the condition resolves on its own. In other cases, surgery may be required to drain the fluid and relieve pressure on the brain. | The treatment for subdural hygroma depends on the severity of the symptoms and the size of the fluid collection. In some cases, no treatment is necessary and the condition resolves on its own. In other cases, surgery may be required to drain the fluid and relieve pressure on the brain. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Subdural Hematoma]] | * [[Subdural Hematoma]] | ||
* [[Traumatic Brain Injury]] | * [[Traumatic Brain Injury]] | ||
* [[Brain Surgery]] | * [[Brain Surgery]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological Disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological Disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Brain Diseases]] | [[Category:Brain Diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Medical Conditions]] | [[Category:Medical Conditions]] | ||
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== References == | == References == | ||
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== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2908402/ Subdural Hygroma: A Review] - NCBI | * [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2908402/ Subdural Hygroma: A Review] - NCBI | ||
* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/traumatic-brain-injury/symptoms-causes/syc-20378557 Traumatic Brain Injury] - Mayo Clinic | * [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/traumatic-brain-injury/symptoms-causes/syc-20378557 Traumatic Brain Injury] - Mayo Clinic | ||
* [https://www.webmd.com/brain/brain-surgery Brain Surgery] - WebMD | * [https://www.webmd.com/brain/brain-surgery Brain Surgery] - WebMD | ||
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| Subdural hygroma | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Headache, nausea, vomiting, seizures, focal neurological deficits |
| Complications | Chronic subdural hematoma, increased intracranial pressure |
| Onset | Variable, often after head injury |
| Duration | Can be acute or chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Traumatic brain injury, cerebrospinal fluid leakage |
| Risks | Elderly, anticoagulant therapy, alcohol use disorder |
| Diagnosis | CT scan, MRI |
| Differential diagnosis | Subdural hematoma, epidural hematoma, arachnoid cyst |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Observation, surgical drainage if symptomatic |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common in elderly and post-traumatic cases |
| Deaths | N/A |
Subdural Hygroma is a medical condition characterized by the accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the subdural space, the area between the brain and the dura mater, one of the membranes that cover the brain. This condition is often a complication of head injuries, brain surgery, or subdural hematoma evacuation.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of subdural hygroma is not fully understood. However, it is often associated with traumatic brain injuries, brain surgery, or the evacuation of a subdural hematoma. It is believed that the trauma or surgery disrupts the brain's normal fluid balance, leading to the accumulation of CSF in the subdural space.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of subdural hygroma can vary depending on the size and location of the fluid collection. Common symptoms include headache, changes in mental status, weakness on one side of the body, and seizures. In severe cases, it can lead to increased intracranial pressure, which can be life-threatening.
Diagnosis[edit]
Subdural hygroma is typically diagnosed through imaging studies such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). These tests can show the presence of fluid in the subdural space.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for subdural hygroma depends on the severity of the symptoms and the size of the fluid collection. In some cases, no treatment is necessary and the condition resolves on its own. In other cases, surgery may be required to drain the fluid and relieve pressure on the brain.
See Also[edit]
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References[edit]
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External Links[edit]
- Subdural Hygroma: A Review - NCBI
- Traumatic Brain Injury - Mayo Clinic
- Brain Surgery - WebMD
