Brain Injuries

Overview

Acute and chronic (see also BRAIN INJURIES, CHRONIC) injuries to the brain, including the cerebral hemispheres, CEREBELLUM, and BRAIN STEM. Clinical manifestations depend on the nature of injury. Diffuse trauma to the brain is frequently associated with DIFFUSE AXONAL INJURY or COMA, POST-TRAUMATIC. Localized injuries may be associated with NEUROBEHAVIORAL MANIFESTATIONS; HEMIPARESIS, or other focal neurologic deficits.

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Quick facts about Brain Injuries

Topic type

Condition

Category

Neurology

MeSH classification

C10.228.140.199|C10.900.300.087|C26.915.300.200

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• Ask what tests or assessments may be needed.
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