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Pneumocephalus following mastoid surgery: a report of two cases.

Authors :
Wortzman G
Holgate RC
Source :
Neuroradiology [Neuroradiology] 1976 May 31; Vol. 11 (2), pp. 103-5.
Publication Year :
1976

Abstract

Two cases of spontaneous pneumocephalus following mastoid surgery are presented. In both cases a fistula from the mastoid ended blindly in an area of cerebritis without any definite abscess formation. Etiological factors are discussed with congenital dural defects suspected as the precipitating factor.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0028-3940
Volume :
11
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Neuroradiology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
948360
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00345022