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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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An update on hypophysitis
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Intracranial Injury Caused by Transorbital Penetrating Trauma: An E-Scooter Brake Handle as an Unusual Culprit
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Rare "double tragedy" and successful salvage strategy after failed bilateral humeral fracture fixation in a resource-constrained setting: a case report
CONCLUSIONS: This case underscores the challenges of managing complex orthopaedic trauma in low-resource settings, where inadequate healthcare infrastructure, limited access to suitable implants, and insufficient health insurance coverage exacerbate treatment difficulties. The successful outcome in this case was achieved through staged treatment, collaboration with the patient, and the use of donated SIGN nails. The report […]
Does strengthening the cervical spine musculature enhance neck strength and reduce sports-related concussions in rugby and football players? A systematic literature review
CONCLUSION: The evidence in this systematic review suggests that the incorporation of CMS programs into rugby training may reduce concussion risk by almost half. However, further research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of CMS in football and female rugby players.
Development and psychometric validation of a concussion symptom assessment tool for combat sports athletes
CONCLUSION: The COMBAT-PMS is a reliable, valid 23-item scale integrating physical and motivational concussion symptoms. It pioneers targeted assessment for combat sports, enabling early detection of head trauma impacts and challenging pain normalization to support safer athletic careers.
Smart technologies and the future of concussion prevention in ice hockey
BACKGROUND: Concussions in ice hockey remain a major concern, especially among young players. Current helmets mainly protect against skull fractures but offer limited shielding from brain acceleration forces.
Intracranial Injury Caused by Transorbital Penetrating Trauma: An E-Scooter Brake Handle as an Unusual Culprit
Transorbital penetrating intracranial injuries are a rare but life-threatening subset of penetrating head traumas. While isolated cases caused by bicycle brake handles have been reported, often with fatal outcomes, this is the first documented case of such an injury caused by an electric scooter (e-scooter) brake handle. The objective is to present the unique management […]

Torg Grading System

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