Etiologies of intracerebral hematomas

Curr Atheroscler Rep. 2012 Aug;14(4):314-21. doi: 10.1007/s11883-012-0253-0.

Abstract

Intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) remains a life-threatening disease that carries significant morbidity and mortality despite recent diagnostic and management advances. Various conditions are associated with increased risk of intracerebral hemorrhage. Understanding the etiology of these conditions and their pathophysiological contribution to ICH will likely lead to better therapeutic and preventative measures and improve the morbidity and mortality associated with intracerebral hemorrhage. We will review the current literature regarding important etiologies/risk factors of intracerebral hemorrhage.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Age Factors
  • Anticoagulants / adverse effects
  • Blood Coagulation Disorders / complications
  • Brain Neoplasms / complications
  • Brain Neoplasms / secondary
  • Central Nervous System Vascular Malformations / complications
  • Cerebral Hemorrhage / etiology*
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders / complications
  • Hematoma / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Hypertension / complications
  • Intracranial Aneurysm / complications*
  • Risk Factors
  • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage / etiology*

Substances

  • Anticoagulants