In the examination of the cerebrospinal fluid, how to differentiate between subarachnoid hemorrhage and puncture accident? Explain in detail which parameters are to be analyzed.
In the examination of the cerebrospinal fluid, how to differentiate between subarachnoid hemorrhage and puncture accident? Explain in detail which parameters are to be analyzed.
A clear, colorless fluid found in the region surrounding the brain and spinal cord is referred to as cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF plays a vital role in protecting the brain and spinal cord from injuries, delivering nutrients, and removing wastes.
Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a type of stroke and characterized by bleeding into the space around the brain. SAH occurs due to a burst of blood vessels in the brain.
A medical procedure that involves the insertion of a needle into the spinal canal for collecting CSF is referred to as a lumbar puncture.
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