cerebral herniation

Brain herniation, also referred to as acquired intracranial herniation, refers to shift of brain tissue from its normal location, into an adjacent space as a result of mass effect. It is a life-threatening condition that requires prompt diagnosis.

Pathology

There are a number of different patterns of brain herniation that describe the type of herniation occurring:

Etiology

Any intracranial mass can have this effect:

See also

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