Paradoxical Herniation following Decompressive Craniectomy in the Subacute Setting

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(a) Original CT angiogram revealing a dense right MCA sign. (b) Initial MRI with diffusion weighted sequencing. (c) Postcraniectomy CT. (d) Postop day #4 s/p hemicraniectomy. (e) Sunken flap CT, POD #8. (f) Head CT postop day #12.

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