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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Expert diagnosis and advanced treatment pathways for subarachnoid hemorrhage, prioritized for your recovery.
CONSULT A SPECIALISTSubarachnoid Hemorrhage
Understanding Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Subarachnoid hemorrhage is a serious neurological emergency caused by bleeding into the space between the brain and the surrounding protective membranes. It most commonly occurs due to rupture of a brain aneurysm and can rapidly increase pressure inside the skull. Immediate neurosurgical and intensive care management are essential to reduce brain damage and improve survival.
Introduction
Subarachnoid hemorrhage is a serious neurological emergency caused by bleeding into the space between the brain and the surrounding protective membranes. It most commonly occurs due to rupture of a brain aneurysm and can rapidly increase pressure inside the skull. Immediate neurosurgical and intensive care management are essential to reduce brain damage and improve survival.
Common Symptoms
- Sudden severe “thunderclap” headache
- Neck stiffness and sensitivity to light
- Nausea and vomiting
- Loss of consciousness or confusion
- Seizures or neurological weakness
Treatment Options
- Emergency CT brain imaging and angiography
- Intensive care monitoring and stabilization
- Surgical clipping or endovascular coiling of aneurysm
- Medications to prevent vasospasm and seizures
- Rehabilitation and neurological follow-up care
Recovery & Outlook
Recovery depends on the amount of bleeding and speed of treatment. Early neurosurgical intervention improves survival and neurological recovery outcomes.
