Abstract
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is still the most frequent cause of death in childhood and adolescent monitor strategies for the prevention and treatment of secondary brain injuries, and to tailor an individual-based therapy. This review will summarize current aspects of pathophysiology, diagnostic procedures, monitoring and evidence-based therapeutic approaches of TBI in childhood with focus on the development of intracranial hypertension.
Translated title of the contribution | Cerebral oedema after severe brain trauma in childhood and adelescence. Pathophysiology, monitoring and therapy |
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Original language | German |
Journal | Padiatrische Praxis |
Volume | 68 |
Issue number | 2 |
Pages (from-to) | 247-258 |
Number of pages | 12 |
ISSN | 0030-9346 |
Publication status | Published - 05.2006 |
Research Areas and Centers
- Academic Focus: Center for Brain, Behavior and Metabolism (CBBM)