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February 2024

Traumatic brain injury
Understanding the Risks: Stroke Incidence after Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 28, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 28, 2024

Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), commonly referred to as concussion, has been increasingly recognized for …

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Understanding the Pathophysiology of Post-Traumatic Epilepsy

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 14, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 14, 2024

Astrocytes, traditionally viewed as mere support cells, play a pivotal role in the development of …

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A Tribute to a Luminary: Farewell to Professor Stavros J. Baloyannis

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

In bidding farewell to Professor Stavros J. Baloyannis, we celebrate a luminary whose contributions to …

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Overview of Classification Systems and Diagnostic Criteria for Traumatic Brain Injury Syndromes

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

This article presents a comprehensive overview of the classification systems for traumatic brain injuries (TBI) …

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Epidemiology of Post-Traumatic Epilepsy after Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

In exploring the epidemiological facets of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and its subsequent risk …

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Unraveling the Mystery Personality Traits in PostConcussion syndrome

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 13, 2024

Join Dr. Mavroudis, a consultant neurologist, as we explore the fascinating changes in personality traits …

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Concussion Chronicles

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

Get the facts on concussions in under 60 seconds! Dr. Mavroudis, a consultant neurologist, breaks …

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Post-traumatic headache: Treatment Overview

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

In the management of post-traumatic headaches (PTH), a multifaceted approach is essential due to the …

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Incidence of Post-Traumatic Headaches After Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

The prevalence of post-traumatic headache (PTH) following mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) exhibits significant variability, …

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The Mayo classification system

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

by Ioannis Mavroudis February 12, 2024

The Mayo Classification System for Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) offers a nuanced approach to diagnosing …

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Microsurgical Management of Anterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery Aneurysms: Case Series and Review of Advanced Imaging and Cranial Base Approaches
Background and Significance Aneurysms associated with the anterior inferior cerebellar artery (AICA) are relatively rare…
Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia: A Review of its Management in Sub-Saharan Africa
Overview of Behavioral Symptoms Behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) encompass a wide range…
Vertical Heterophoria and Vestibular Symptoms in Military Personnel with Chronic mTBI
Vertical Heterophoria and Its Impact Vertical heterophoria (VH) is a subtle yet significant binocular vision…
Using the Modified Vestibular/Ocular Motor Screening Tool to Identify Blast Exposure Effects in Military Service Members
Background of Blast Exposure Blast exposure has become a significant concern in military settings, especially…
Clinical Recommendations for Female Para and Adaptive Athletes: Perspectives from Current Literature
Clinical Insights In the realm of sports medicine and adaptive physical activity, it is essential…

Exercise intolerance and time to medical clearance to return to sport following sport-related concussion in adolescents
CONCLUSION: Exertion testing may identify female adolescents at higher risk of delayed medical clearance recovery to RTS, informing the comprehensive clinical management of SRC.
A novel multimodal pharmacologic approach using guanfacine, N-acetylcysteine, and donepezil in severe TBI: a case series
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) remains a leading cause of long-term morbidity and disability worldwide. Individuals with moderate to severe TBI often experience persistent neurocognitive deficits, including short-term memory loss, executive dysfunction, and slowed cognitive processing for which there are currently no FDA-approved treatments. This case series investigates the synergistic use of guanfacine, N-acetylcysteine (NAC), and […]
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy Neuropathologic Change in Military Veterans
The Department of Defense Blast Injury Research Program Coordinating Office held an International State-of-the-Science Meeting in 2015 to consider and reach consensus about the current body of knowledge relating to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in the military. The two biggest future priority areas identified at that time related to the need for more research on […]
Three-Month Outcomes of Traumatic Brain Injury in the General Population: A Sunnybrook Traumatic Brain Injury Cohort Study
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is common, disabling, and a growing public health concern. There are limited large-scale studies providing insight into factors associated with recovery in the general TBI population. Our aim was to identify factors associated with concussion/TBI symptom severity and return-to-work. We performed a prospective cohort study of concussion/TBI (predominantly mild to moderate) […]
N-Formylmethionine Is a Biologically Active Diagnostic Marker of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major health problem worldwide. Approximately 2.8 million people in the United States sustain a TBI each year, the majority of which can be classified as mild TBI (mTBI) or concussive injuries. Although mTBI may not cause overt brain damage, it triggers many cellular and molecular changes in brain cells, […]