Kansas City, KS- Scott Miller, a patient at the University of Kansas Health System, experienced a subdural hematoma, a severe brain bleed. Despite initial misdiagnosis as sinus issues, his condition worsened, leading to a craniotomy. The surgery was successful, but complications arose, prompting a collaborative effort among doctors and nurses.
Scott's condition improved when he was laid flat, suggesting low intracranial pressure. His recovery was rapid, and he resumed tennis within weeks. The case highlights the importance of recognizing severe headaches and the critical role of teamwork in medical care. Scott and his wife, Lisa, expressed profound gratitude for the medical team and the support they received.
Scott and Lisa Miller, patient and wife
• Scott describes his initial headaches as severe but did not suspect anything serious until he was told by doctors in the ER he had a subdural hematoma.
Dr. Andrew Gesseroun, Anesthesiologist and Critical Care, The University of Kansas Health System
• Dr. Gasseroun explains the decision to lay Scott flat to improve his condition, leading to a change in treatment approach.
• He describes the team's collaborative efforts to find a solution when Scott's condition did not improve.
Dr. Kathrin Husmann, Medical Director, NEICU & Neurologist, The University of Kansas Health System
• Dr. Hussman explains the severity of Scott's symptoms, leading to a craniotomy to relieve pressure on the brain.
• She describes the craniotomy procedure, including the large incisions made on Scott's head to expose the brain to remove the clot.
Dr. Sarah Hon, Vice President of the Neuroscience Service Line, The University of Kansas Health System
• Dr. Hon describes warning signs which include numbness, tingling, weakness in arms and legs, sudden change or headaches that gradually get worse and worse.
• She emphasizes the importance of collaboration.
Scott's condition improved when he was laid flat, suggesting low intracranial pressure. His recovery was rapid, and he resumed tennis within weeks. The case highlights the importance of recognizing severe headaches and the critical role of teamwork in medical care. Scott and his wife, Lisa, expressed profound gratitude for the medical team and the support they received.
Scott and Lisa Miller, patient and wife
• Scott describes his initial headaches as severe but did not suspect anything serious until he was told by doctors in the ER he had a subdural hematoma.
Dr. Andrew Gesseroun, Anesthesiologist and Critical Care, The University of Kansas Health System
• Dr. Gasseroun explains the decision to lay Scott flat to improve his condition, leading to a change in treatment approach.
• He describes the team's collaborative efforts to find a solution when Scott's condition did not improve.
Dr. Kathrin Husmann, Medical Director, NEICU & Neurologist, The University of Kansas Health System
• Dr. Hussman explains the severity of Scott's symptoms, leading to a craniotomy to relieve pressure on the brain.
• She describes the craniotomy procedure, including the large incisions made on Scott's head to expose the brain to remove the clot.
Dr. Sarah Hon, Vice President of the Neuroscience Service Line, The University of Kansas Health System
• Dr. Hon describes warning signs which include numbness, tingling, weakness in arms and legs, sudden change or headaches that gradually get worse and worse.
• She emphasizes the importance of collaboration.
