Unraveling the complexity of acute subdural hematoma in elderly patients: The impact of anticoagulant therapy and the pursuit of better outcomes
Acute subdural hematoma in elderly patients, particularly those receiving anticoagulant therapy, remains a challenging problem with a high rate of poor outcomes. This study highlights the urgent need for preventive measures to mitigate the risks associated with even minor trauma, especially in patients on anticoagulants. Our findings underscore the importance of appropriate management protocols, including the timely reversal of coagulopathy, in improving survival rates within this high-risk population. Further research is needed to develop and validate comprehensive preventive strategies and to investigate long-term outcomes in these patients.
Authors
- Soner Yaşar (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9331-0144)
Institutions
- University of Health Science (KH)
- Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi (TR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.14744/tjtes.2024.63489
- Primary Topic
- Traumatic Brain Injury and Neurovascular Disturbances
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00