Subdural hematomas can be caused by minor accidents to the head, major trauma, or the spontaneous bursting of a blood vessel in the brain (aneurysm). Acutesubdural hematomas are usually due to severe head trauma. Full article >>>
Subdural hematomas are usually the result of a serious head injury. When this is the cause, they are referred to as "acute" subdural hematomas. Full article >>>
Subdural hematomas are most frequently the result of a head injury. They can occur spontaneously in the elderly, but this is less common. Traumatic subdural hematomas are among the most lethal of all head injuries. Full article >>>
A subdural hematoma is more common in the elderly because normal brain shrinkage occurs with aging that stretches and weakens the bridging veins. Thus, these veins are more likely to break in the elderly, even after a minor head injury. Full article >>>
A chronicsubdural hematoma is a buildup of blood between the brain and the membrane that covers it, known as the dura. This condition occurs as a result of a head injury and develops slowly over time. Full article >>>
Subdural hematoma - This is a collection of blood between the coverings of the brain and its surface. It occurs when a head injury tears any of the large veins that carry blood away from the brain's surface. Full article >>>
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