Postoperative Remote Acute Subarachnoid Hemorrhage as a Complication of Chronic Subdural Hematoma Evacuation With Burrhole: A Case Report and Literature Review
Case report reveals rare subarachnoid hemorrhage after chronic subdural hematoma evacuation, highlighting possible complications and management strategies.
Key Points
Postoperative subarachnoid hemorrhage can result from burr hole evacuation of chronic subdural hematoma, indicating rare but serious complications.
An 83-year-old male experienced subarachnoid hemorrhage after undergoing surgery, with the postoperative CT scan confirming the complication.
Literature review found four similar cases, suggesting a pattern, with most patients recovering fully following medical treatment.
Recommendations include careful blood pressure control and managing drainage during surgery to mitigate risks associated with this procedure.