Traumatic Brain Injury
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Traumatic brain injuryAbstract
In Thailand, traumatic brain injury is very common. This is also one of the most important cause of death in Thai working-age adult. There are several researches and the progression in the understanding of traumatic brain injury pathophysiology. Objectives of the view paper are, therefore, to introduce regarding the incidence and Thai definition of traumatic brain injury, diagnosis, and initial management to increase awareness following traumatic brain injury.
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