The Biologic Basis for Disease in Adults and Children

Bioenergetics
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Part 1
From this case study, it is evident that the 25-year-old has an extramural hematoma, which is the result of a skull fracture and is a far more severe complication than what the 65-year-old is suffering from. In case of the first person, the arteries may bleed internally, and he may have to experience loss of memory and consciousness, followed by a lucid period that can last from a couple of hours to several days. The chance is that this person will experience vomiting, dizziness, seizures, drowsiness, and headache, and may come across contralateral hemiparesis and papillary dilatation. On the other hand, the 65-year-old can be diagnosed and treated since his disease is at its early stage. The injury seems to be present on the top of his skull, and CT scan will make it clear whether he needs surgery or not. The chance is that the doctor will encourage him to undergo surgery, but the 25-year-old needs to be treated at first since ...