The human skull consists of 27 bones and it’s designed to withstand substantial compression. Unfortunately, when a car accident occurs that involves a forceful impact, a skull fracture can result if victims hit their head on the dashboard or other hard object. Here’s what you need to know: The Basics A skull fracture is any break in the skull, and there are several different types of fractures. They include: Simple Skull Fractures – This kind of fracture means the bone breaks but the skin is not damaged. Compound Skull Fractures.

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