Haemorrhage associated with silastic dural substitute.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Three cases of haemorrhage after the use of a silastic dural substitute are presented. In all cases the implant was removed and further haemorrhage has not occurred. Published work is reviewed and the implications for the continued use of silastic are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Dura Mater
- Prostheses and Implants
- Silicone Elastomers