A Subdural Hematoma Following Hemorrhagic Infarct: Report of a Case

Abstract

A 74-year-old female developed a subdural hematoma in association with a large hemorrhagic infarct. The hemorrhagic infarct was treated conservatively by steroid and a dehydrating agent. The subdural hematoma enlarged over a 10-day period and it was evacuated through a burr hole. The patient survived with residual neurological deficits. Although subdural hematomas associated with cerebrovascular lesions are not uncommon, ones with intracerebral hemorrhage or hemorrhagic infarct are rare. © 1983, The Japan Neurosurgical Society. All rights reserved.