Acute intracranial epidural hematoma located in the clivus in an adult: case report
Eckstanio Marcos de Melo Rocha, Carlos Umberto Pereira, Carlos Alberto Miranda Lyra
Abstract
Clivus epidural hematoma is rare. It occurs due to high-speed traffic accidents. The clinical picture is not very suggestive. Magnetic resonance imaging has been useful in its detection. In most cases it has a good prognosis. Case presentation: Male, 34 years old, victim of a traffic accident. Cranial computed tomography revealed an epidural hematoma in the clivus. He underwent conservative treatment with a favorable result. Conclusion: It occurs more in childhood, but it can affect adults. The clinical picture is initially scarce. Conservative treatment has been indicated with excellent results.
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Submitted date:
04/08/2025
Accepted date:
04/12/2025
Publication date:
10/09/2025
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