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Shalya Tantra · Paper II · Topic 29

Shirobhighata (Cranio-cerebral Injurie/ Disorders)

SubjectShalya Tantra (AyUG-ST) PaperPaper II Topic No.Topic 29 TermII Weightage6 marks (topics 29–30 together) Hours2 LH · 1 NLHT · 2 NLHP Topic ID3/shalya-tantra/2-29

Exam eligibility

✓ MCQ✓ SAQ✕ LAQ

This topic can be asked as MCQ, SAQ; LAQ should not be asked.

Syllabus – subtopics

  1. 1Shirobhighata (Scalp injury and Skull fracture) – Clinical features and Management
  2. 2Mastulunga Abhighata (Brain injury) - Cerebral Concussion, Contusion and Laceration. Haemorrhage - Clinical features, Diagnosis and Management
  3. 3Mastishka Arbuda (Benigh and Malignant tumours of Brain) – Clinical features, Diagnosis and Management
  4. 4Examination of Shirobhighata (Cranio- cerebral Injuries/Disorders)

Learning objectives

At the end of this topic the student should be able to… (NCISM Table 3)

  • Explain Scalp injuries and Skull Fracture and their management
  • Explain Brain injury (Mastulunga Abhighaata) - Cerebral concussion, Contusion and Laceration. Haemorrhage & its management - Acute Extradural haematoma, Acute Intracerebral and Chronic Subdural Haematoma
  • Elaborate on Brain tumuors and their management
  • Explain how to assess accurately and diagnose Head injuries, ensuring their appropriate primary management and treatment to prevent complications.

Notes

Detailed notes for Shirobhighata (Cranio-cerebral Injurie/ Disorders) are being prepared. Meanwhile, revise the syllabus points above and practise the MCQs below.