Study Confirms Usefulness of Blood Test to Diagnose Head Injuries:
Most people think of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) as something that happens to football players after taking years of tackles or to Army soldiers after concussive explosions. But TBI is one of the most common injuries in the U.S., particularly TBI from mild brain injuries. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), TBI is also the leading cause of death and disability among people age 1 to 44. More than 2.5 million TBIs happen each year.TBI often happens if the head or body receives a hard, sharp blow and it causes damage to the brain. A shard passing through the brain, such as a bullet, can also cause TBI. A concussion is a mild form of TBI, but concussion symptoms can still be serious. A concussion can still cause mental, physical, sensory, and behavioral problems. However, most people will recover to normal brain function if they receive early treatment.
A Test for TBI Severity
The sooner you receive treatment for a potential brain injury, the better the outcome. But early treatment requires an early assessment. As a result, in 2018, the FDA approved a new test that uses biomarkers to determine the severity of TBI. Now, a new study validates the usefulness of the Brain Trauma Indicator, used to determine the severity of TBI and whether a CT scan is warranted. Results posted in JAMA Network Open indicate that the test proved to be an objective measure confirming the clinical rules already used by physicians to identify TBI. Researchers reported that adding the Brain Trauma Indicator blood test to their clinical procedures could improve outcomes for TBI patients in the future.
You Need Experienced Legal Advice
If you or someone you love faces a traumatic brain injury caused by an accident, you may need legal guidance. You shouldn’t have to handle this on your own, and you may be entitled to file suit and receive compensation for your injuries and help your recovery. A skilled legal team can evaluate your case and guide you along the way. The lawyers at the Madeksho Law Firm can help. Call us at 888-910-6376 or contact us online. Your consultation is free, and there's never a fee unless we recover compensation on your behalf.
