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Subdural hemorrhage - thrombocytopenia

Case contributed by Sajoscha A. Sorrentino
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Patient was admitted for elective hernioplasty and developed marked thrombocytopenia. When showing severe neurologic symptoms a CT scan was performed.

Patient Data

Age: 70 years
Gender: Female

Big left-sided subdural hemorrhage with large thrombi. General edema and herniation to the right. The patient passed away within hours after the exam.

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