Traumatic Brain Injury: Assessment and Management (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781632416834)

Traumatic brain injury (TBI), also referred to as intracranial injury, occurs due to trauma to the brain. It can cause a range of physical, cognitive, behavioral, social and emotional symptoms. Its outcome can vary from complete recovery to permanent disability or death. TBI can occur due to an accident, physical violence or a fall. Its diagnosis involves the use of techniques like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography. Depending on the extent of the injury, confirmed through a diagnosis, treatment can be minimal or extensive involving medications, surgery and rehabilitation therapies. This book discusses the fundamental as well as modern approaches in the assessment and management of traumatic brain injury. The topics included in this book are of utmost significance and bound to provide incredible insights to readers. It will prove to be immensely beneficial to students and researchers in this domain.

Author: Chris Garcia
ISBN-10: 1632416832
ISBN-13: 9781632416834
Publisher: Hayle Medical
Language: English
Published: 06/18/2019
Pages: 226
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.81lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.56d