Penetrating head injury
Penetrating Head Injury
A Penetrating Head Injury (pronunciation: pen-e-trat-ing hed in-ju-ree) is a type of Traumatic Brain Injury that occurs when an object pierces the skull and enters the brain tissue.
Etymology
The term "Penetrating Head Injury" is derived from the Latin word "penetrare" which means "to penetrate", and the Old English word "heafod" which means "head". The term "injury" is derived from the Latin word "injuria" which means "a wrong".
Definition
A Penetrating Head Injury is defined as a head injury that occurs when an object breaks through the skull and enters the brain. This type of injury can cause severe damage to the brain and is often life-threatening.
Causes
Penetrating Head Injuries are often caused by high-velocity objects such as bullets or shrapnel, but can also be caused by low-velocity objects like knives or other sharp objects.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a Penetrating Head Injury can vary greatly depending on the severity of the injury and the area of the brain that is affected. Common symptoms include loss of consciousness, severe headache, vomiting, seizures, and changes in behavior or personality.
Treatment
Treatment for a Penetrating Head Injury often involves emergency surgery to remove the object and repair the damage to the brain. Other treatments may include medication to control symptoms and rehabilitation therapy to help the patient recover.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Penetrating head injury
- Wikipedia's article - Penetrating head injury
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