Is considered a type of stroke

Specifically it refers to bleeding into the area around the brain.

Occurs between the skull and the dura mater [outer most meninx]

Is often the result of trauma

May result from tear of the “middle meningeal artery”

Is considered very dangerous

Prevelance is seen as very uncommon

Symptoms:
   -    Headache
   -    Nausea
   -    Vomiting
   -    Vision changes
   -    Confusion
   -    ”Lucid interval” – momentary moment of regaining consciousness only to fall back unconscious
   -    Loss of consciousness
   -    Coma
   -    Death

CAT scan is required for better evaluation
MRI and CT are helpful

Treatment includes:
.     Removal of hemorrage or blood
.     Decrease the intercranial pressure
.     Neurosurgery may be necessary

1.)   Burr hole
2.)   Craniotomy