Articles Tagged With: subdural
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Atorvastatin and Low-Dose Dexamethasone for Treatment of Chronic Subdural Hematoma
Chronic subdural hematoma is a common cause of serious neurological morbidity and mortality in the elderly population. Atorvastatin has both an anti-inflammatory effect and the ability to mobilize endothelial progenitor cells, which assist in vascular repair. The investigators proposed that adding a low dose of dexamethasone to atorvastatin treatment might enhance the anti-inflammatory benefits without causing the side effects associated with high doses of corticosteroids.
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Clinical Features of Subdural Fluid Collections With Intracranial Hypotension
Clinical features of patients with spontaneous intracranial hypotension and bilateral subdural fluid collections differ from patients who sustained previous head trauma vs. those with cerebrospinal fluid leaks.
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Treatment of Chronic Subdural Hematoma With Atorvastatin