Research article summary (published 30 Mar 2005):

Traumatic brain injury--the need for support and follow up.

Full Abstract

BACKGROUND: Mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI) is the commonest type of brain injury. It is sometimes difficult to select patients who require ongoing follow up to avoid the sequelae of MTBI. OBJECTIVE: This article outlines the diagnosis and management of MTBI using case vignettes. DISCUSSION: General practitioners should be aware of the possible long term sequelae that may be the result of external factors, and provide support, follow up and eduction to patients with a history of MTBI.The management of postconcussive syndrome and MTBI are also discussed.

Author information

Author/s: Olver, John (J);

Affiliation: Monash University. jolver(-atsign-)bigpond.net.au

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Case Reports; Journal Article; Review

Journal: Australian family physician (Aust Fam Physician), published in Australia. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2005-Apr; vol 34 (issue 4) : pp 269-71

Dates: Created 2005/05/02; Completed 2005/06/30; Revised 2005/11/16;

PMID: 15861750, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 2/18/2009, IMS Date: )

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Activities of Daily Living Adult Amnesia - etiology; rehabilitation Brain Injuries - complications; physiopathology; psychology; rehabilitation Cognition Disorders - diagnosis; etiology Family Practice - methods Female

Female Humans Male Post-Concussion Syndrome - diagnosis; rehabilitation Social Support Stress, Psychological - etiology; prevention & control Treatment Outcome

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