Diagnóstico y tratamiento del hematoma subdural crónico

Abstract

Chronic subdural hematoma is considered a neurosurgical pathology frequently found in elderly patients over 65 years of age, although it can also develop in children and young adults. This pathology is a condition secondary to cranioencephalic trauma that is accompanied by symptoms such as headache, cognitive impairment, gait disturbance, or motor weakness. OBJECTIVE: To conduct a literature search on the clinical characteristics, and pathophysiology that causes the symptoms and treatment of chronic subdural hematoma. METHODOLOGY: This is a retrospective, descriptive, bibliographic review article, in which an exhaustive classic and contemporary search (from the last 5 years published) of scientific articles, books, and doctoral theses available in different academic databases in medicine will be carried out on chronic subdural hematoma, to describe the origin, causes, clinical characteristics, methods of diagnosis and therapeutic management of this pathology. RESULTS: The characteristics of chronic subdural hematoma vary according to the severity and location of the hematoma, it can be caused by advanced age, anticoagulant medications, brain diseases, alcohol abuse, etc. CONCLUSIONS: Seek specialized medical attention in the case of presenting any symptoms because early diagnosis can prevent serious complications to the health of patients.