BASAL SKULL FRACTURE

Updated 1/25

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Basal skull fractures are usually diagnosed by CAT scan. 
They are difficult to see on X-Ray. The image above,
shows what the patient with a basal skull may look like.

It is important to be able to identify the signs of a basal
skull fracture.The crack in the base of the skull may cause
CSF ( cerebrospinal fluid) to leak from the nose or ear. 
A halo ring may appear on the pillow. Cranial nerves
may also be damaged.

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