Rozhledy v chirurgii : měsíčník Československé chirurgické společnosti
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Decompressive craniectomy is an important method for managing refractory intracranial hypertension. Although decompressive craniectomy is a relatively simple procedure, various complications may arise. The aim of our paper was to determine the incidence of complications of decompressive craniectomy in patients with head injury and to analyse their risk factors. ⋯ Complications of decompressive craniectomy after head injury are frequent. The potential benefit of decompressive craniectomy can be adversely affected by the occurrence of many complications.