1.Vertex Epidural Hematomas:Discussion of a Rare Traumatic Injury Through a Mini Series of 3 Cases
Ghassen GADER ; Ala BELHAJ ; Mohamed BADRI ; Kamel BAHRI ; Ihsèn ZAMMEL
Korean Journal of Neurotrauma 2023;19(4):480-486
Vertex epidural hematomas are very uncommon complications of traumatic head injury.Besides the volume of the epidural bleeding, compression of the superior sagittal sinus may be source for added elevated intracranial pressure. Clinical presentation of such lesions is heterogenous and symptoms can develop in an acute to a chronic frame. Radiological diagnosis can sometimes be challenging. Due to its rarity, such lesions have been only reported on case reports and small series and the management remain controversial. Hereby we report 3 cases of surgically managed post traumatic acute epidural hematomas of the vertex. Wen also went through a literature-based discussion of clinical, radiological and therapeutic features related to this condition.
2.Exploring Rare Traumatic Injuries:A Miniseries of 4 Cases Discussing Epidural Hematomas Bridging the Infratentorial and Supratentorial Regions
Mourad MASMOUDI ; Ghassen GADER ; Abdelhafidh SLIMANE ; Mouna RKHAMI ; Mohamed BADRI ; Kamel BAHRI ; Ihsèn ZAMMEL
Korean Journal of Neurotrauma 2023;19(4):487-495
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.

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