Population based study on patients with traumatic brain injury suggests increased risk of dementia

2012172 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Hao‐Kuang Wang · I-Shou University

Sheng‐Hsiang Lin · National Cheng Kung University

Pi‐Shan Sung · National Cheng Kung University Hospital

Ming-Hsiu Wu · Chi Mei Medical Center

Kuo-Wei Hung · National Cheng Kung University

Liang-Chao Wang · National Cheng Kung University

Chih‐Yuan Huang

Abstract

The findings of this study suggest an increased risk of dementia among individuals with TBI. We suggest the need for more intensive medical monitoring and health education in individuals with TBI.

Topics & Keywords

Traumatic Brain Injury and Neurovascular Disturbances Traumatic Brain Injury Research Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry

Volume 83, Issue 11, pp. 1080-1085

DOI: 10.1136/jnnp-2012-302633

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