Faculty Advisor(s)
Elaine Halesey
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Abstract
This project explains the role of computed tomography (CT) in assessing traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The major components of the research include various intracranial traumas, penetrating vs. non-penetrating TBIs, symptoms, grades of injury, and treatment options. CT is essential in diagnosing a TBI because it can quickly produce hundreds of images of the brain and skull in slices. CT allows radiologists, physicians, and surgeons to plan a course of action for the best possible patient recovery outcome. Images can identify various lesions and fractures as well as their severity. A TBI can present itself as penetrating or non-penetrating, ultimately determining the type of treatment the patient will receive. The symptoms of a TBI will differ depending on whether the injury is mild, moderate, or severe. Depending on how severe the injury is, a patient may require open or closed brain surgery to remove the damaged brain matter caused by the injury. Overall, a CT scan of the brain for patients who suffered a TBI allows healthcare professionals to determine what can be done to ensure the best outcome for recovery.
Publication Date
2024
Document Type
Poster
Department
Medical Imaging
Keywords
computed tomography, traumatic brain injury, intracranial trauma, penetrating, non-penetrating
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences | Radiology
Recommended Citation
Spott, Rebekah, "Role of Computed Tomography in Traumatic Brain Injuries" (2024). Medical Imaging Senior Posters. 51.
https://digitalcommons.misericordia.edu/medimg_seniorposters/51