Question

What are basilar skull fractures?

Accepted Answer

These are associated with high-energy trauma, and usually occur following diffuse impact to the headj (e.g. falls, motor crashes). These injuries generally result from extension of a linear fracture to the base of the skull and can be difficult to diagnose with radiography (X-ray).

Front	What are basilar skull fractures?
Back	These are associated with high-energy trauma, and usually occur following diffuse impact to the headj (e.g. falls, motor crashes). These injuries generally result from extension of a linear fracture to the base of the skull and can be difficult to diagnose with radiography (X-ray).

Skull Basilar Fractures High Energy Trauma Occur Diffuse Impact