Question
How many days after a craniotomy is the high incidence of brain edema? Is there a risk of life-threatening complications during the high incidence period? Will there be any changes in the brain tissue? Currently, the patient is in the intensive care unit of Fangcheng First People’s Hospital, and their body and feet still have sensation and movement at times, but they are still in a coma on the second day. How many days will it take for them to wake up?
Answer
Disease Analysis: Hello, brain tissue swelling is more likely to occur on the second day after surgery, which requires targeted treatment. During this period, mannitol and acetazolamide are needed to prevent intracranial hypertension, otherwise, it may cause neurological damage. We know that pediatric brain effusion can cause significant harm to children. If treatment is not timely or the method is incorrect, its progression can be very rapid, posing great harm to the child. Therefore, parents should pay more attention to their child’s condition and seek timely treatment.