Head Trauma & Haematoma Flashcards
1
Q
What is the Battle Sign?
A
Bruising over the mastoid process is known as Battle sign. It is caused by a subcutaneous haematoma behind the ear and is suggestive of a skull fracture.
2
Q
Rupture of the middle meningeal artery leads which type of head bleed?
A
Epidural Haematoma
