A 50-year-old male sustained a closed head injury as a result of a motor vehicle accident. CT scan revealed a collection of blood between the inner surface of the dura mater and the surface of the brain. Which of the following describes the injury?

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The collection of blood between the inner surface of the dura mater and the surface of the brain is known as a subdural hematoma. This is a serious injury that occurs when blood vessels between the brain and skull are ruptured, causing blood to accumulate and put pressure on the brain.

A 50-Year-Old Male Sustained a Closed Head Injury as a Result