Overview

This state-of-the-art book brings together the full range of issues that can inform care for patients experiencing the effects of concussion.     Written by an international panel of experts and edited by a critical care physician and by a cognitive neuroscientist, the book serves as a primer of the various domains of study and application, while providing clinical insights and evidence to bring towards treatment. Chapters span the basic mechanics and pathophysiology of concussion, through its assessment, management, and complications.    Comprehensive and timely, this book is accessible to healthcare professionals, and researchers eager to learn something about this field. 

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Author:   Tom A. Schweizer ,  Andrew J. Baker
Publisher:   Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Imprint:   Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Edition:   1st ed. 2022
Weight:   0.409kg
ISBN:  

9783030938154

ISBN 10:   3030938158
Pages:   241
Publication Date:   01 April 2023
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Concussion Mechanism: Biomechanical Perspectives.- The Pathophysiology of Concussion.- Neuroimaging of Concussion.- The Path Toward a Blood Test for Concussion – A Review of Biofluid Biomarkers for Concussive and Subconcussive Brain Trauma.- Sport-related Concussion Guideline Development: Acute Management to Return-to-activity.- Concussion Evaluation and Neurocognitive Outcomes.- Psychological and Mental Health Sequelae of Concussion: Prevalence, Treatment Recommendations, Novel Biomarkers, and Diagnostic Challenges.- Management of Concussion and Prolonged Symptoms Post Concussion.- Neuroprotective Pharmacological Antioxidant Therapies for Concussions.- Sex, Gender and Concussion.- Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy.

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Tom A. Schweizer, PhDUnity Health TorontoUniversity of Toronto Toronto, Ontario Andrew Baker, MDSt. Michael’s HospitalToronto, Ontario

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