Understanding the Risks of Increased Intracranial Pressure and Herniation

This chapter delves into the risks associated with heightened intracranial pressure (ICP) and the potential for brain tissue swelling to cause compression on the brain stem, leading to serious consequences. It outlines the progression of symptoms accompanying rising ICP, such as headaches, behavioral alterations, cognitive decline, and potentially culminating in herniation and the manifestation of Cushing's triad, while also emphasizing that various conditions beyond head bleeds can trigger elevated ICP.