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Traumatic Brain Injury: The Research Front

Surgical and non-surgical interventions for TBI, especially those that are more severe, hinge on accurate diagnosis. More research is needed to fine-tune how TBIs are diagnosed, in ERs and in theater.

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Diagnosing TBI in the ER

For mild TBIs, making a clear diagnosis can be difficult. There are CT scans and physical and neuropsych evaluations. But in the future there may be simple, revealing blood tests.

Emergency Room Considerations for People with Brain Injury

Getting to an ER is crucial after a TBI, especially for an injury that is on the more severe side. The quicker doctors can do a CAT scan of the brain, the quicker they can act on their diagnosis.

Understanding Subdural Hematoma

Usually the result of a serious brain injury, a subdural hematoma is a collection of blood on the surface of the brain.

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Understanding Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

A car crash, for instance, can cause subarachnoid hemorrhage — bleeding in the area between the brain and the thin tissues that cover the brain.

Understanding Diffuse Axonal Injury

Diffuse axonal injury affects nerve fibers, which can lead to a disruption in nerve communication — affecting a person's physical and cognitive abilities.

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Binding the 'Invisible Wounds'

Ten years of combat in Iraq and Afghanistan have created an epidemic of PTSD and TBI in service members, sailors, and airmen. Treatments run the gamut from yoga to drugs. Learn more.

Out of Sync: The Effects of Traumatic Brain Injury and the Battle to Recovery

"The blast was deafening and created a concussion that sucked the oxygen from the air ..."

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A Guide to Neuropsychological Testing

Neuropsychological testing can help you and your doctors better understand your injury and plan for the most effective therapy.

Understanding the Nuances of Stem Cells

Stem cell transplantion is irreversible, so more research is needed to reveal how stem cells actually promote functional recovery in the brain.

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Stems Cells and Brain Injury: Slow and Steady Progress

Stem cell research and brain injury started to take off in the late 1990s. Learn about progress being made in the field.

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The Potential Impact of Current Brain Injury Research

Brain Injury researchers are making steady steps — from studying the use of progesterone for treatment to biomarkers for diagnosis.

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Stem Cell Transplant Versus Drug Therapy for Severe TBI

Researchers are weighing the risks versus the rewards of using stem cell transplants with people with severe traumatic brain injury.

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The Practical Applications of Stem Cell Therapy After TBI

Researchers still need to discover the underlying "why" when looking at stem cell therapy for people with severe traumatic brain injury.

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Careful, Thoughtful Stem Cell "Revival" Needed in TBI Research

Researchers believe that the therapeutic value of stem cell therapy for brain injury is there, but much important work still needs to be done.

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Stem Cell Research and Brain Injury

There is a paucity of research on stem cell therapy and TBI compared with Parkinson's, stroke, and Alzheimer's. Continued research might reveal more.

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Positive Impact of New TBI Procedures in the Military

Learn how new procedures and new treatment facilities are greatly benefiting service members with brain injury.

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As the Nature of War Changes, Making Changes in Diagnosis and Treament for TBI

"War is now an intermingled mess of insurgencies ... making injuries different from previous wars."

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The Need for "Brain Fuel" After a TBI

The brain is only 2% of a person's body mass, but it takes 20% of the body's energy. The brain's need for energy increases exponentially after a TBI.

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Theoretical Exploration into Blast-Related Brain Injuries

Theorectical Exploration into Blast-Related Brain Injuries

The research into the hows and whys of blast injuries continues — from the impact of pressure waves to the push and pull of air blasts.

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Finding a Balance: Sports and Safety

Yes, some sports could be safer — and should be — but not participating in sports at all is like being a boat that never sets sail.

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Recovery from Brain Injury Occurs for the Rest of a Person's Life

The human brain is a wonderful organ with amazing flexibility. Learn more about recovery.

The Implications of Recent Research on the Brain

Find out more about the implications of recent data on traumatic brain injury.

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Tackling the Public Health Problem of Brain Injury

Dr. David Hovda talks about the problems of misdiagnosis and how efforts to increase awareness and prevention could help athletes and soldiers.

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Pushing the Boulder of Brain Injury Research

Research in TBI can seem slow. But even small steps can make an incredible difference in the quality of life of people with TBI.

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