Traumatic brain injury represents a significant cause of mortality and permanent disability in the adult population. Acute subdural hematoma is one of the conditions most strongly associated with severe brain injury. Knowledge on the natural history of the illness and the outcomes of patients conservatively managed may help the neurosurgeon in the decision-making process. Methods: We present the clinical course and outcomes of a group of 38 patients with traumatic acute subdural hematomas

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... vatively treated. Outcomes analysis taking into consideration age, Glasgow Coma Scale scores on admission, and radiological findings is provided. Results: Patients less than 65 years old had a