Intracerebral Hematoma (Intracranial Hemorrhage)

Bleeding developing within brain tissue

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What is this Condition?

Symptoms

Sudden onset of severe headache
Weakness or numbness on one side of the body (arm, leg, or face)
Speech disturbance, difficulty finding words, or difficulty understanding speech
Altered consciousness with progressive drowsiness
Nausea and vomiting
Vision disturbance, loss of balance, or seizures

Diagnosis Methods

The fastest and most reliable method for diagnosis is brain computed tomography (CT); it shows the location and size of the hemorrhage within minutes. If needed, MRI and vascular imaging (angiography) can be performed to investigate the underlying cause of the hemorrhage. Since every minute is valuable when symptoms begin, imaging is prioritized in emergency conditions.

Treatment Methods

Close monitoring in intensive care unit and blood pressure control
Intracranial pressure monitoring and reduction
Surgical evacuation of accumulated blood (when necessary)
Treatment of the underlying cause of hemorrhage (aneurysm, arteriovenous malformation)

References

  1. Greenberg MS. Handbook of Neurosurgery. 10th ed. Thieme; 2023:1624-1626.
  2. Winn HR, ed. Youmans and Winn Neurological Surgery. 6th ed. Elsevier; 2011.
  3. Quiñones-Hinojosa A, ed. Schmidek and Sweet Operative Neurosurgical Techniques. 7th ed. Elsevier; 2021.
  4. Greenberg MS. Handbook of Neurosurgery. 10th ed. Thieme; 2023:2032-2060.

This content is for informational purposes and based on academic sources; consult your physician for diagnosis and treatment.

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Intracerebral Hematoma (Intracranial Hemorrhage) (ICD-10: I61) | Dr. Özgür AKŞAN