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Saturday, July 21, 2007

OVERVIEW OF CEREBRAL ANEURYSM

Updated 6/25


Learn more about :Subarachnoid hemorrhage
 

What is an aneurysm?
An aneurysm is a bulge or balloon in the wall of a blood vessel.
The majority of aortic aneurysms occur in the abdominal area,
but may also occur anywhere along the blood vessels that divide
after leaving  the abdominal aorta.

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The brain is protected by the skull. Injury to the brain may
result in swelling. 
The skull is made of solid bone and the
brain has no room to expand when swelling 
occurs. 

ICP Monitoring is done to reduce swelling and monitor
brain pressures.
The brain injured patient is at risk for
 seizures. This should be reflected in the
plan of care. Learn more, by watching the videos:





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