Subacute subdural hematoma presenting as reversible ischemic attacks.

We describe the case of a right-handed, 83 year-old woman with CT-documented left frontal subacute subdural hematoma showing reversible right-sided hemiparesis and aphasia. We discuss possible pathogenetic mechanism for this unusual condition and emphasize that the clinical evaluation cannot always distinguish ischemic causes for certain. Therefore CT-scan is an essential investigative tool before initiating therapy in patients suspected of having cerebrovascular diseases.