Chronic Subdural Hematomas.

If left untreated, the pressure will continue to build against the brain, which will result in the hematoma being a long term health problem or possibly be life-threatening, which may lead to unconsciousness or death. The exact symptoms to appear depends entirely on the location and size of the hematoma and some symptoms occur more than the others.

To diagnose subdural hematoma, Dr Timakia may use computed tomography also known as a CT scan, or magnetic resonance imaging which is called MRI scan, to get a clear image of your brain and aid him to examine the scans for signs of bleeding and locate them.

Dr Timakia will focus on protecting your brain from getting any permanent damage which will then make the symptoms easier to manage. Chronic subdural hematomas may be treated surgically where Dr Timakia will make tiny holes in the skull so that blood can flow out, to get rid of the pressure that the blood is causing to the brain. If there are large or thick clots present at the site, Dr Timakia will then temporarily remove a small piece of the skull to take out the clot or clots.

Dr Timakia may explore the following surgical procedures to treat subdural hematoma: