Systemic complications after head injury: a clinical review
HB Lim, M Smith - Anaesthesia, 2007 - Wiley Online Library
HB Lim, M Smith
Anaesthesia, 2007•Wiley Online LibraryNon‐neurological organ dysfunction is common after traumatic brain injury and is an
independent contributor to morbidity and mortality. It represents a risk factor that is
potentially amenable to treatment, and early recognition and prompt intervention may
improve outcome. This article reviews the current evidence for the mechanisms and
treatment of non‐neurological organ dysfunction after head injury.
independent contributor to morbidity and mortality. It represents a risk factor that is
potentially amenable to treatment, and early recognition and prompt intervention may
improve outcome. This article reviews the current evidence for the mechanisms and
treatment of non‐neurological organ dysfunction after head injury.
Summary
Non‐neurological organ dysfunction is common after traumatic brain injury and is an independent contributor to morbidity and mortality. It represents a risk factor that is potentially amenable to treatment, and early recognition and prompt intervention may improve outcome. This article reviews the current evidence for the mechanisms and treatment of non‐neurological organ dysfunction after head injury.
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