TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES IN SPORT – A REVIEW OF CURRENT KNOWLEDGE ON PREVENTION, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT

Sport-related traumatic brain injuries (SR TBI) represent a significant public health issue, the importance of which continues to grow alongside the global increase in recreational physical activity. Projections indicate that the incidence of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) will remain high through 2025, potentially reaching up to 70 million cases annually. TBI not only results in acute neurological symptoms, including the potentially fatal second impact syndrome, but can also lead to severe long-term consequences such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Understanding the pathophysiological mechanisms, epidemiology, and available diagnostic and therapeutic strategies is crucial for reducing risk and improving treatment outcomes of these injuries.