Causes of Subdural hematoma
List of causes of Subdural hematoma
Following is a list of causes or underlying conditions
(see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Subdural hematoma)
that could possibly cause Subdural hematoma includes:
More causes:
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Subdural hematoma Causes: Risk Factors
The following conditions have been cited in various
sources as potentially causal risk factors
related to Subdural hematoma:
Subdural hematoma and Genetics: Book Excerpts
Subdural hematoma Causes: Book Excerpts
Subdural hematoma: Related Medical Conditions
To research the causes of Subdural hematoma, consider researching the causes of these
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Subdural hematoma: Causes and Types
Causes of Types of Subdural hematoma: Review the cause informationfor the various types of Subdural hematoma:
- Acute subdural hematoma - occurring quickly (e.g. immediately after a head injury).
- Chronic subdural hematoma - occurring gradually over weeks, usually after an injury.
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Causes of Broader Categories of Subdural hematoma: Review the causal information about the various more general categories of medical conditions:
Subdural hematoma as a complication of other conditions:
Other conditions that might have
Subdural hematoma as a complication may,
potentially, be an underlying cause of Subdural hematoma.
Our database lists the following as having
Subdural hematoma as a complication of that condition:
Subdural hematoma as a symptom:
Conditions listing Subdural hematoma
as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Subdural hematoma.
Our database lists the following as having
Subdural hematoma as a symptom of that condition:
Related information on causes of Subdural hematoma:
As with all medical conditions,
there may be many causal factors.
Further relevant information on causes of Subdural hematoma may be found in:
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Subdural Hematoma:
Subdural Hematoma - risk factors
(The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult)
- Forceps or vacuum extraction delivery: Neonatal SDHs occur with spontaneous deliveries, but may be more frequent following deliveries with forceps or vacuum extraction. SDHs related to birth usually resolve.
- Nonaccidental trauma:
- Risk factors for nonaccidental trauma include disability or prematurity of the child, unstable family situations, parents of young age, and low socioeconomic status.
- One study found that fathers were the most frequent perpetrators, followed by boyfriends, female babysitters, and mothers, in descending order of frequency.
- Accidental trauma
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Source: The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult, 2008
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