| Front | What are the signs of a basilar skull fracture? |
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| Back | Signs of this include CSF drainage from the ears (a risk for bacterial meningitis), which indicates rupture of the tympanic membrane in the ear. Other signs include raccoon eyes or battle's sign. |
Tags: 26, head, injuries, spine
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