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8 de ago. de 2023 · Basilar skull fractures are commonly associated with facial fractures, cervical spine injury, intracranial hemorrhage, cranial nerve injury, vascular injury, and meningitis. Basilar skull fractures are most commonly seen in younger people due to their propensity to do high-risk activities.
23 de ene. de 2023 · Basal. Basal fractures involve any of the bones of the base of the skull. Basal fractures are more complicated due to underlying structures such as cranial nerves and sinuses which can lead to hearing loss, facial paralysis, or decreased sense of smell.
19 de oct. de 2021 · Basilar skull fractures involve a break in one or more bones at the base of the skull. These fractures should be considered in all individuals with severe head injuries , especially those with suggestive physical signs, such as bruising around the eyes (Racoon eyes sign), bruising behind the ears (Battle sign), and CSF leaks from the nose or ...
1 de nov. de 2022 · The incidence of skull fractures in children who present for outpatient evaluation of head trauma ranges from 2 to 20 percent [ 1 ]. The parietal bone is involved most frequently, followed by the occipital, frontal, and temporal bones. Linear fractures are most common, followed by depressed and basilar fractures.
8 de may. de 2024 · Pediatric basilar skull fractures (BSFs) are a rare type of traumatic head injury that can cause debilitating complications without prompt treatment. Here, we sought to review the literature and characterize the clinical features, management, and outcomes of pediatric BSFs.
16 de nov. de 2016 · Children under the age of 2 years have the highest risk of skull fractures after minor head trauma, but do not have a higher incidence of intracranial bleeding. Neuroobservation without initial CT scans is safe in infants and children following minor head trauma and CT scans should be reserved for patients with neurological symptoms.
21 de may. de 2024 · Basilar fractures of the skull, also known as base of skull or skull base fractures , are a common form of skull fracture, particularly in the setting of severe traumatic head injury, and involve the base of the skull. They may occur in isolation or often in continuity with skull vault (calvarial) fractures or facial fractures. Epidemiology.
