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No, a subdural hematoma is not a malignant tumor. It is a collection of blood that occurs between the inner layer of the dura mater (a protective membrane covering the brain) and the surface of the brain. Subdural hematomas can be caused by traumatic injuries to the head or by underlying medical conditions such as bleeding disorders. They can be life-threatening if left untreated and require prompt medical attention.
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What is a mass or tumor of blood in the head?
subdural hematoma
Can dehydration cause subdural hematoma?
no
Is Wilms' tumor malignant?
Wilms' tumor is a type of malignant tumor
What the ICD-9-CM code for subdural hematoma?
432.1
What is the icd 9 code for chronic subdural hematoma?
852.21
What is one difference between a subdural hematoma and an epidural hematoma?
A Subdural Hematoma occurs when a severe acceleration to deceleration occurs leading to the veins in the subdural space tearing. An Epidural Hematoma occurs from direct trauma to the brain leading to bleeding in the meningeal artery.
How serious is a subdural hematoma?
Symptoms appearing in less than 48 hours are due to an acute subdural hematoma. This type of bleeding is often fatal, and results from tearing of the venous sinus.
What is the medical term meaning active bleeding between the skull and the brain?
It depends where the bleeding is. If it is in the brain tissue then cerebral hemorrhage is correct. In the subarachnoid space would be a subarachnoid hematoma. In the subdural space.....subdural hematoma.haemorage
How long after head trauma can a subdural hematoma develop?
A subdural hematoma can develop within hours to weeks after a head trauma, but it commonly occurs within the first 24 to 48 hours after the injury. It is important to monitor for symptoms of a subdural hematoma like headaches, confusion, and neurological deficits in the days following a head injury.
How is a diagnosis of subdural hematoma made?
The hematoma can be confirmed with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which is the preferred type of scan;
What is the medical term meaning blood-filled tumor?
Neoplasm is the medical term meaning tumor; a neoplasm can be malignant (cancerous) or benign.
Is hyperbaric oxygen therapy good for subdural hematoma?
Not really. A subdural hematoma is just a bruise, so it typically goes away on its own. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is used for more complicated medical issues.
