Cases from CAMI - Traumatic Subdural Hematoma and Medical Certification

Author: Kupke Mical J.  

Publisher: Aerospace Medical Association

ISSN: 0095-6562

Source: Aviation, Space, and Environmental Medicine, Vol.77, Iss.8, 2006-08, pp. : 870-872

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Abstract

Kupke MJ. Traumatic subdural hematoma and medical certification. Aviat Space Environ Med 2006; 77:870–872.Traumatic closed-head injury and subsequent subdural hematoma carries a high risk of post-traumatic seizure(s). This is particularly important to the airman, as sudden incapacitation due to seizure carries grave consequences if it occurs during aircraft operation.