Ambiguous subdural collection. Issue 2 (26th December 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Nakhla, Jonathan; Bhashyam, Niketh; Yassari, Reza
• Is Part Of: Clinical case reports. Volume 5:Issue 2(2017)
• Page Start: 193
• Page End: 194
• Publication Date: 2016-12-26
• Subjects: Metastasis -- prostate cancer -- subdural mass -- trauma -- worsening mental status; Medicine -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.782
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-0904

Abstract

Key Clinical Message: Prostate cancer metastasis to the dura is a rare occurrence. Metastasis to the dura can present as signs and symptoms of worsening mental status or neurological deficit. Therefore, malignant metastasis should be considered in a patient presenting with history of prostate cancer and worsening metal status without evidence of trauma. Abstract : Prostate cancer metastasis to the dura is a rare occurrence. Metastasis to the dura can present as signs and symptoms of worsening mental status or neurological deficit. Therefore, malignant metastasis should be considered in a patient presenting with history of prostate cancer and worsening metal status without evidence of trauma.