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Quick Summary:

• A Skull Fracture describes any injury to the head or skull that results in a fracture of the skull bones
• It is a common condition in both children and adults and is often associated with a head injury. It can potentially lead to disability or death
  

Note:

• Seek medical help, as appropriate
• In case of severe and/or life-threatening symptoms, call 911 (or your local emergency number) for immediate assistance
• Confirm that the airways are protected; also, ensure breathing and the presence of pulse (as applicable)

What are some Useful Resources for Additional Information on Basilar Skull Fracture?

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
6300 North River Rd. Rosemont, IL 60018-4262
Phone: (847) 823-7186
Toll-Free: (800) 346-2267
Fax: (847) 823-8125
Email: hackett@aaos.org
Website: http://www.aaos.org

References and Information Sources used for Basilar Skull Fracture:

https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000060.htm (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.healthline.com/health/skull-fracture (accessed on 10/03/2017)

https://www.msdmanuals.com/home/injuries-and-poisoning/head-injuries/skull-fracture (accessed on 10/03/2017)

Helpful Peer-Reviewed Medical Articles for Basilar Skull Fracture:

Sanchez, T., Stewart, D., Walvick, M., & Swischuk, L. (2010). Skull fracture vs. accessory sutures: how can we tell the difference?. Emergency radiology, 17(5), 413-418.

Mulroy, M. H., Loyd, A. M., Frush, D. P., Verla, T. G., Myers, B. S., & Cameron, R. (2012). Evaluation of pediatric skull fracture imaging techniques. Forensic science international, 214(1), 167-172.

Bin, S. S., Schutzman, S. A., & Greenes, D. S. (2010). Validation of a clinical score to predict skull fracture in head-injured infants. Pediatric emergency care, 26(9), 633-639.

Saadat, S., Rashidi-Ranjbar, N., Rasouli, M. R., & Rahimi-Movaghar, V. (2011). Pattern of skull fracture in Iran: report of the Iran National Trauma Project. Ulus Travma Acil Cerrahi Derg, 17(2), 149-51.

Sahoo, D., Deck, C., Yoganandan, N., & Willinger, R. (2013). Anisotropic composite human skull model and skull fracture validation against temporo-parietal skull fracture. journal of the mechanical behavior of biomedical materials, 28, 340-353.