Medical Management of Chronic Subdural Hematoma
Kyung Hwan Kim, Young Lee
Abstract
Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a commonly encountered disease in the field of neurosurgery, typically resulting from head trauma. Several medical treatments have been introduced to manage patients with CSDH though surgical drainage is the main strategy to manage symptomatic patients. This review is aimed to meticulously examine contemporary pharmacological approaches, based on a thorough understanding of CSDH pathophysiology. Finally, the review offers a glance into future perspectives to enhance the management of CSDH.
Topics & Concepts
Chronic subdural hematomaMedicineNeurosurgeryHematomaIntensive care medicineHead traumaSurgeryNeurosurgical Procedures and ComplicationsIntracerebral and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage ResearchSpinal Hematomas and Complications