Disseminated intravascular coagulation and head trauma. Two case studies

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Vol. 231 No. 2, January 13, 1975

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Disseminated intravascular coagulation and head trauma. Two case studies

B. P. Drayer and C. M. Poser

Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) developed in two patients following head trauma. Brain parenchyma and highly vascular connective tissue of the choroid plexus and meninges are important pools of systemic coagulation components. This is an important consideration in the treatment of head injury.

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