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Medicine

Skull Fractures

Quick fact

Skull fractures are present in about 4% of all patients with head injuries, and basilar skull fractures may be identified by raccoon eyes (periorbital ecchymosis) or Battle's sign (bruising behind the ear).

Why this is interesting

A hard fall can crack your skull, but not all skull fractures are alike. Why do some heal on their own while others require immediate surgery?