Diffuse axonal injury

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Diffuse axonal injury

Diffuse axonal injury is one of the most common head traumas, it occurs when the brain shifts too quickly inside the skull.

Disease information
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Department: Neurology

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Main article: Symptom
Symptom Probability
Injury to the head 100
Confusion 70
Headache 70
Nausea 70
Vomiting 70
Fatigue 70
Fainting 70
Sleeping difficulties 70
Poor balance 70
Dizziness 70
Slurred speech 70
Diffuse axonal injury 100

Complications[edit | edit source]

Symptom Probability
Increased ICP 30
Unconsciousness 20
Coma 20

Examinations[edit | edit source]

Main article: Examination
  • Interview
  • Speech listening
  • Physical examination
  • Neurological testing
  • MRI
  • Differential diagnosis

If complications occur:

  • CSF sampling
  • EEG

Treatments[edit | edit source]

Main article: Treatment

Additional treatment: