• Malignant middle cerebral artery infarction is a life threatening condition.• The neurosurgical procedure, “decompressive hemicraniectomy” has been shown to be life-saving among patients with this condition.• There is little known about the long-term neuropsychological and psychosocial outcomes following decompressive hemicraniectomy for malignant middle cerebral artery infarction.• This study concludes that neuropsychological impairments are highly probable post-surgery. However, preserved abilities and social support may serve a protective function against depression and an unacceptably poor quality of life.]
Carers will benefit from information, support and care. In addition, problem solving skills are essential in managing the myriad difficulties that arise in the aftermath of stroke.
An adaptation of bungee jumping, 'bungee running', involves participants attempting to run as far as they can whilst connected to an elastic rope which is anchored to a fixed point. Usually considered a safe recreational activity, we report a potentially life-threatening head injury following a bungee running accident.
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