Who is at risk for an epidural hematoma (EDH)?

Who is at risk for an epidural hematoma (EDH)?

Although anyone who has a head injury can develop an epidural hematoma (EDH), they are more commonly seen in young people and specifically more often in those who have experienced a skull fracture. Typical head injuries occur during athletic activities (snowboarding, skateboarding, biking) and from car or motorcycle accidents. EDHs are four times more likely to happen in males than females. They rarely occur before two years of age or after age 60.