A key issue in the diagnosis of mTBI is the identification of clinical markers that may be used to ensure an accurate diagnosis of the injury. The classical diagnostic tool remains the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS). It is however, known that it is possible for an individual to suffer neurological insult and remain asymptomatic. It is also known that it is possible for an individual to suffer neurological insult and remain unaware of the injury due to a lack of knowledge of brain trauma, of its manifest symptoms, a misinterpretation of the associated signs and symptoms, or due to cognitive masking associated with the injury itself.
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Perseveration
Yesterday was sunny and warm, the perfect day to remove the battery from the car. After rounding up the necessary tools, I went out to the car (Note to self – Placed jar with removed bolts on the floor in front of driver’s seat).
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PCS Thesis – Index
This is the index page for a series of posts which present the results of a literature review investigating the role of UV light and melatonin on the severity of brain trauma. The result suggests a possible etiology for Post Concussion Syndrome (PCS).
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