Exploring Rare Traumatic Injuries:A Miniseries of 4 Cases Discussing Epidural Hematomas Bridging the Infratentorial and Supratentorial Regions
10.13004/kjnt.2023.19.e60
- Author:
Mourad MASMOUDI
1
;
Ghassen GADER
;
Abdelhafidh SLIMANE
;
Mouna RKHAMI
;
Mohamed BADRI
;
Kamel BAHRI
;
Ihsèn ZAMMEL
Author Information
1. Department of Neurosurgery, Trauma and Burns Center, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University Tunis-El Manar, Ben Arous, Tunisia
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Korean Journal of Neurotrauma
2023;19(4):487-495
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Supratentorial-infratentorial epidural hematomas (SIEH) are a rare occurrence following traumatic head injuries, representing only 2% of traumatic epidural hematomas. Given the unique anatomical characteristics of the infratentorial region, mainly its small size, surgical intervention is commonly undertaken to alleviate the pressure on the posterior fossa components. Consequently, there is ongoing debate surrounding the optimal surgical approaches.In this report, we present four cases of SIEH that were treated surgically.Furthermore, we conduct a comprehensive review of existing literature, encompassing clinical, radiological, and therapeutic aspects associated with this condition.SIEH are uncommon post-traumatic lesions that require urgent and individualized management on a case-by-case basis, as guided by multiplanar cerebral computed tomography scan findings.Preoperative planning is essential; however, intraoperative exploration and identification of transverse sinus and torcula lesions are crucial for optimal patient care. The surgical approach may be modified intraoperatively based on the nature and extent of these lesions.In all cases, prompt hematoma evacuation and meticulous hemostasis are the two primary objectives of this surgery.
