Acute Epidural Hematoma Mimicking an Acute Subdural Hematoma Case Report and Review of the Literature

Abstract

Computed tomography images of the subdural and epidural hematoma are well defined; biconvex and biconcave shape respectively. We report a case of an acute epidural hematoma mimicking acute subdural hematoma. A careful study of imaging is necessary in order to make a correct diagnosis and plan an adequate and early surgical procedure. Early intervention will result in good recovery and any delay can be fatal.