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Which type of skull fracture is the most serious?

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Depressed or base : Depressed skull fractures are serious as they can damage underlying brain tissue as well as communicate with the skin causing infection. They can also be associated with hemorrhages. Skull base fractures are very serious as they can fracture through areas where nerves or arteries/veins enter/exit. These can also cause spinal fluid to leak.

Answered 12/4/2020

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