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| name = Traumatic brain injury | |||
| image = [[File:Brain_trauma_CT.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = CT scan of a traumatic brain injury | |||
| field = [[Neurosurgery]], [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Headache]], [[confusion]], [[dizziness]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[seizures]], [[loss of consciousness]] | |||
| complications = [[Chronic traumatic encephalopathy]], [[post-concussion syndrome]], [[seizures]], [[hydrocephalus]], [[cognitive impairment]] | |||
| onset = [[Sudden]] | |||
| duration = [[Varies]] | |||
| types = [[Concussion]], [[contusion]], [[diffuse axonal injury]], [[penetrating head injury]] | |||
| causes = [[Falls]], [[motor vehicle collisions]], [[sports injuries]], [[assaults]] | |||
| risks = [[Age]], [[alcohol use]], [[participation in contact sports]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Neurological examination]], [[imaging studies]] ([[CT scan]], [[MRI]]) | |||
| differential = [[Stroke]], [[brain tumor]], [[infection]] | |||
| prevention = [[Helmet use]], [[seat belts]], [[fall prevention]] | |||
| treatment = [[Surgery]], [[medication]], [[rehabilitation]] | |||
| prognosis = [[Varies]], depends on severity | |||
| frequency = [[Common]] | |||
}} | |||
==Traumatic Brain Injury== | ==Traumatic Brain Injury== | ||
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to brain dysfunction caused by an outside force, usually a violent blow or jolt to the head or body. It ranges from mild to severe and can have wide-ranging physical, cognitive, and psychological effects. TBI is a major cause of death and disability worldwide. | Traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to brain dysfunction caused by an outside force, usually a violent blow or jolt to the head or body. It ranges from mild to severe and can have wide-ranging physical, cognitive, and psychological effects. TBI is a major cause of death and disability worldwide. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
* Common causes of TBI include: | * Common causes of TBI include: | ||
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* Explosive blasts, often experienced by military personnel. | * Explosive blasts, often experienced by military personnel. | ||
* Objects penetrating the skull, such as a shattered piece of skull or a foreign object. | * Objects penetrating the skull, such as a shattered piece of skull or a foreign object. | ||
==Classification== | ==Classification== | ||
TBI can be classified based on severity, mechanism, or other features. The three primary categories based on severity are: | TBI can be classified based on severity, mechanism, or other features. The three primary categories based on severity are: | ||
==Mild TBI (Concussion)== | ==Mild TBI (Concussion)== | ||
Mild TBI, commonly known as a concussion, is characterized by a temporary disruption in brain function. Symptoms can include headache, confusion, dizziness, and temporary loss of consciousness. | Mild TBI, commonly known as a concussion, is characterized by a temporary disruption in brain function. Symptoms can include headache, confusion, dizziness, and temporary loss of consciousness. | ||
==Moderate TBI== | ==Moderate TBI== | ||
Moderate TBI involves a longer period of unconsciousness or amnesia after the injury. There may be physical, cognitive, or behavioral impairments which may be temporary or permanent. | Moderate TBI involves a longer period of unconsciousness or amnesia after the injury. There may be physical, cognitive, or behavioral impairments which may be temporary or permanent. | ||
==Severe TBI== | ==Severe TBI== | ||
Severe TBI typically results from a significant force or penetration and is characterized by extended periods of unconsciousness or amnesia. It can lead to life-long impairments or death. | Severe TBI typically results from a significant force or penetration and is characterized by extended periods of unconsciousness or amnesia. It can lead to life-long impairments or death. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
* Symptoms of TBI can be varied and may include: | * Symptoms of TBI can be varied and may include: | ||
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* Sensory changes, such as blurred vision or ringing in the ears | * Sensory changes, such as blurred vision or ringing in the ears | ||
* Difficulty concentrating | * Difficulty concentrating | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of TBI involves evaluating the symptoms and performing a physical examination. Imaging tests like CT or MRI scans can be used to detect bleeding, fractures, or other abnormalities in the brain. The Glasgow Coma Scale may be used to assess the severity of brain injury by evaluating verbal response, motor response, and eye opening. | Diagnosis of TBI involves evaluating the symptoms and performing a physical examination. Imaging tests like CT or MRI scans can be used to detect bleeding, fractures, or other abnormalities in the brain. The Glasgow Coma Scale may be used to assess the severity of brain injury by evaluating verbal response, motor response, and eye opening. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
The treatment for TBI depends on the severity of the injury. Mild TBI may require only rest and medication for pain, while severe TBI may require emergency surgery to prevent further brain damage. Rehabilitation is often necessary to help individuals regain lost skills or learn new ways to adapt to impairments. | The treatment for TBI depends on the severity of the injury. Mild TBI may require only rest and medication for pain, while severe TBI may require emergency surgery to prevent further brain damage. Rehabilitation is often necessary to help individuals regain lost skills or learn new ways to adapt to impairments. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for a person with a TBI depends on the severity of the injury, the location of the injury, and the age and general health of the individual. Some individuals recover fully, while others may have lasting physical, cognitive, or psychological impairments. | The prognosis for a person with a TBI depends on the severity of the injury, the location of the injury, and the age and general health of the individual. Some individuals recover fully, while others may have lasting physical, cognitive, or psychological impairments. | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
* Preventive measures to minimize the risk of TBI include: | * Preventive measures to minimize the risk of TBI include: | ||
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* Making living areas safer for seniors. | * Making living areas safer for seniors. | ||
* Managing trip hazards in the environment. | * Managing trip hazards in the environment. | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Concussion]] | * [[Concussion]] | ||
* [[Glasgow Coma Scale]] | * [[Glasgow Coma Scale]] | ||
* [[Rehabilitation (neuropsychology)]] | * [[Rehabilitation (neuropsychology)]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references> | <references> | ||
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| Traumatic brain injury | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Headache, confusion, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, seizures, loss of consciousness |
| Complications | Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, post-concussion syndrome, seizures, hydrocephalus, cognitive impairment |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Varies |
| Types | Concussion, contusion, diffuse axonal injury, penetrating head injury |
| Causes | Falls, motor vehicle collisions, sports injuries, assaults |
| Risks | Age, alcohol use, participation in contact sports |
| Diagnosis | Neurological examination, imaging studies (CT scan, MRI) |
| Differential diagnosis | Stroke, brain tumor, infection |
| Prevention | Helmet use, seat belts, fall prevention |
| Treatment | Surgery, medication, rehabilitation |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies, depends on severity |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Traumatic Brain Injury[edit]
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to brain dysfunction caused by an outside force, usually a violent blow or jolt to the head or body. It ranges from mild to severe and can have wide-ranging physical, cognitive, and psychological effects. TBI is a major cause of death and disability worldwide.
Causes[edit]
- Common causes of TBI include:
- Falls.
- Motor vehicle accidents.
- Violence, such as gunshot wounds or assault.
- Sports injuries.
- Explosive blasts, often experienced by military personnel.
- Objects penetrating the skull, such as a shattered piece of skull or a foreign object.
Classification[edit]
TBI can be classified based on severity, mechanism, or other features. The three primary categories based on severity are:
Mild TBI (Concussion)[edit]
Mild TBI, commonly known as a concussion, is characterized by a temporary disruption in brain function. Symptoms can include headache, confusion, dizziness, and temporary loss of consciousness.
Moderate TBI[edit]
Moderate TBI involves a longer period of unconsciousness or amnesia after the injury. There may be physical, cognitive, or behavioral impairments which may be temporary or permanent.
Severe TBI[edit]
Severe TBI typically results from a significant force or penetration and is characterized by extended periods of unconsciousness or amnesia. It can lead to life-long impairments or death.
Symptoms[edit]
- Symptoms of TBI can be varied and may include:
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fatigue
- Speech difficulties
- Loss of balance
- Memory problems
- Mood changes
- Sensory changes, such as blurred vision or ringing in the ears
- Difficulty concentrating
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of TBI involves evaluating the symptoms and performing a physical examination. Imaging tests like CT or MRI scans can be used to detect bleeding, fractures, or other abnormalities in the brain. The Glasgow Coma Scale may be used to assess the severity of brain injury by evaluating verbal response, motor response, and eye opening.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for TBI depends on the severity of the injury. Mild TBI may require only rest and medication for pain, while severe TBI may require emergency surgery to prevent further brain damage. Rehabilitation is often necessary to help individuals regain lost skills or learn new ways to adapt to impairments.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for a person with a TBI depends on the severity of the injury, the location of the injury, and the age and general health of the individual. Some individuals recover fully, while others may have lasting physical, cognitive, or psychological impairments.
Prevention[edit]
- Preventive measures to minimize the risk of TBI include:
- Wearing seat belts in cars.
- Using helmets while riding bicycles or motorcycles, or participating in high-risk sports.
- Making living areas safer for seniors.
- Managing trip hazards in the environment.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
<references>
- Menon, David K., Andrew I.R. Maas, Amy B. Adelson, Nada Andelic, Michael L. Bell, Antonio Belli, et al. "Position Statement: Definition of Traumatic Brain Injury." Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 91, no. 11 (2010): 1637-1640. doi:10.1016/j.apmr.2010.05.017.
- Faul, Marlena, Likang Xu, Marci Hertz, and Michael J. Sasser. "Traumatic brain injury in the United States: emergency department visits, hospitalizations and deaths, 2002–2006." Atlanta, GA: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (2010).
- Maas, Andrew IR, Nada Andelic, Ewout WH Steyerberg, Lindsay Wilson, David K. Menon, Wim De Keyser, et al. "Redefining the field of traumatic brain injury research: report of the approach and methods of the Collaborative European NeuroTrauma Effectiveness Research in Traumatic Brain Injury (CENTER-TBI) study." Neurological research 38, no. 6 (2016): 506-513. doi:10.1080/01616412.2016.1193635.
</references>
