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By Paul Stone On September 15th, 2015

Imaging Soon After Brain Injury May Lead To Faster And Better Treatment

A new study published in the journal Radiology suggests undergoing brain imaging soon after experiencing a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can improve treatment and diagnosis for military service members. The study found that MRI scans can help doctors identify microbleeding in the brain in the time immediately following a brain injury, which can sometimes trigger…

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By Paul Stone On January 28th, 2015

Treatment for Common TBI Complication Shown To Be Ineffective

Nearly 2 million Americans experience a traumatic brain injury every year, and approximately half experience bleeding inside or around the brain. The bleeding greatly increases the risk of disability or death, and a recent study suggests a common treatment for this complication is less effective than previously believed. Bleeding inside or around the skull, or…

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