Chronic Subdural Haematoma
A chronic subdural haematoma is a collection of blood that develops between the brain and its outer covering. It may occur after a minor head injury, particularly in older adults or people taking blood-thinning medicines.
Symptoms
Symptoms can develop gradually and include persistent headache, confusion, memory changes, unsteadiness, drowsiness or weakness.
How interventional radiology treats it
Middle meningeal artery embolisation is an option for selected patients. A catheter is guided to the artery supplying the membranes involved in the collection, and an embolic material is used to reduce its blood supply. Some patients still require surgical drainage. Follow-up scans assess the collection.
Whether this treatment suits you depends on your scans and overall health. A consultation is the first step.
Your doctors
Talk to an interventional radiologist.
Bring any scans or reports you have. We’ll tell you whether this treatment is an option.