Surgical management of traumatic intracranial haematomas

Abstract

The most important complication of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the development of an intracranial haematoma. Secondary brain injury can result and reduce the likelihood of a good outcome. In this context, an effective trauma care system with high-quality neurosurgery is essential, as intracranial haematomas occur in 25-45% of severe TBI patients, 3-12% of moderate TBI patients, and approximately 1/500 patients with mild TBI.