Cerebral hemorrhagic contusions

Case contributed by David Cuete
Diagnosis almost certain

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Patient involved in a car accident

Patient Data

Age: 40 years
Gender: Male

CT brain

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Coronal
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Sagittal
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CT reveals extensive left frontal and temporal hemorrhagic contusions with underlying subarachnoid hemorrhage and right temporal subdural hemorrhage. The bone window demonstrates an extensive linear undisplaced temporal bone fracture.

Case Discussion

This case shows findings typical to find in a high-energy traumatic brain injury.

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