SAH-OUTCOME OF ANEURYSMAL SAH

SUMMARY

1. 10-15% of patients die before reaching medical care

2. 10% die within the first few days

3. 46% die within 30 days

4. 45% overall mortality

5. 8% will die from progressive deterioration from the initial haemorrhage

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