A study on the various clinico-radiological patterns of head injuries in a tertiary general hospital

Abstract

Aim of the study: To study the various clinico-radiological patterns of head injuries. MATERIAL AND METHODS PLACEOF STUDY: Mamata General Hospital, Khammam. The machine used was GE Sytec 1800, III Generation Scanner. STUDY POPULATION: Study comprises of 100 patients of both sexes belonging to all age groups. STUDY PERIOD: November 2005 to October 2007. CRITERIA FOR SELECTION OF CASES: Only those head injury cases, who underwent CT scanning were included in this study METHODS FOLLOWED: Detailed history was taken from the patient and methodical clinical examination was done for every case. Old reports and radiographs if available have been evaluated.