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October 2, 2025Frontiers in SurgeryOpen Access

Spontaneous rupture of an arachnoid cyst combined with chronic subdural hematoma: a case report and review of the literature

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Spontaneous rupture of an arachnoid cyst resulted in chronic subdural hematoma in a 16-year-old male, confirming severe implications for monitoring in similar cases.
Postoperative scans showed complete resolution of CSDH and significant reduction in cyst size six months after burr-hole irrigation.
This analysis draws on evidence from a systematic review of 28 studies regarding arachnoid cysts and their complications.
Efficient intervention via burr-hole irrigation surgery suggests a model for safely managing hemorrhagic complications in patients.

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Case report reveals spontaneous rupture of arachnoid cyst leading to chronic subdural hematoma, highlighting monitoring needs.

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