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ArticleSurgical neurology international2025

Subdural hematoma complicated by seizures and prolonged neurological decline: An ethical management dilemma.

Frank M Nussbaum, Eric S Nussbaum

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Frank M NussbaumDepartment of Neurosurgery, National Brain Aneurysm and Tumor Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
Eric S NussbaumDepartment of Neurosurgery, National Brain Aneurysm and Tumor Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

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Abstract

Background: Neurosurgeons often face life-and-death decisions that may present serious ethical questions. Some of the most challenging situations arise when members of the care team disagree regarding the most appropriate management plan. Case Description: We present the case of an older woman with a subdural hematoma and postoperative seizures resulting in prolonged neurological decline. This case highlights an ethical dilemma as part of a series of cases that will be described in coming issues of SNI. Conclusion: Readers are invited to submit comments and observations, which may be published as part of an ongoing conversation regarding such ethical concerns.

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EthicsNeurosurgerySeizureSubdural hematoma

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PMID40206765
PMCPMC11980724

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