Definition of subdural hematoma

sub-dur--al hemat--oma - venous blood oozing into subdural (below the hard outer meninges) space of the brain (pertaining to blood swelling below dura) see also: pachymeninx


Etymology of subdural hematoma

The term “subdural hematoma” combines “subdural” and “hematoma.” “Subdural” originated in 1870 from “sub-” and “dura (mater)”, referring to its location beneath the dura mater. “Hematoma” came into use in 1826, combining the Greekhaimato-” (blood) and “-oma” (morbid growth or tumor)



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