Subdural hygroma
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Subdural hygroma
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A subdural hygroma (SDG) is a collection of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), without blood, located under the dural membrane of the brain. Most subdural hygromas are believed to be derived from chronic subdural hematomas. They are commonly seen in elderly people after minor trauma but can also be seen in children following infection or trauma. One of the common causes of subdural hygroma is a sudden decrease in pressure as a result of placing a ventricular shunt. This can lead to leakage of CSF into t
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Collection of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), without blood, located under the dural membrane
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Subdural_hygroma
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2024-01-05T12:30:35Z
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