Neurobehavior and Mild Traumatic Brain Injury - 07/08/21
Résumé |
Neurobehavioral sequelae after mild traumatic brain injury are multifactorial, often necessitating a multidisciplinary approach. Neurobehavioral sequelae generally resolve within 3 months; when more persistent, a search for contributing factors beyond a brain injury should be done. To accomplish this, a systematic and comprehensive evaluation is recommended to place the complaint in context of the patient’s premorbid state. The treatment of neurobehavioral sequelae cannot be accomplished without a clear understanding of the underlying cause, and the treatment must be placed within a patient’s social and functional framework. Normalizing the experience through education of patients and their families facilitates recovery.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Traumatic brain injury, Postconcussive syndrome, Neuropsychiatric disorders, Depression, Cognition, Sleep disorders
Plan
Vol 44 - N° 3
P. 459-468 - septembre 2021 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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