Bilateral post-traumatic acute extradural hematomas: A report of four cases and review of literature

Abstract

Bilateral extradural hematomas are rare and follow significant trauma. The mortality is higher than with unilateral single extradural hematomas and postoperative outcome depends on preoperative neurological status.

Keywords: Bilateral, extradural, hematoma, outcome, trauma

Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice •Jan-Mar 2012 • Vol 15 • Issue 1