Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) is a type of stroke that occurs when blood leaks into the space between the brain and the thin tissues that cover the brain. While SAH can be caused by head trauma, it can also occur spontaneously due to a ruptured aneurysm or other medical conditions. The effects of SAH can be severe and long-lasting, and can include a range of sequelae, including the following:
Overall, the sequelae of nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage can be serious and long-lasting. Patients who have suffered from SAH should be closely monitored for complications and treated appropriately to minimize the impact of these sequelae.