Traumatic brain injury (patient information)
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-In-Chief: Deekshitha Manney, M.D.[[2]]
Overview
What are the symptoms of Traumatic brain injury?
What causes Traumatic brain injury?
Who is at highest risk?
Diagnosis
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Medications to avoid
Patients diagnosed with recent intracranial trauma should avoid using the following medications:
- Alteplase
If you have been diagnosed with recent intracranial trauma, consult your physician before starting or stopping any of these medications.
Where to find medical care for Traumatic brain injury?
Directions to Hospitals Treating Condition
Prevention
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
Possible complications
Sources
Want to know more?
A more detailed clinical article for the same condition is available from WikiDoc. It is written for medical professionals and uses technical language.
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