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Erschienen in: Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports 3/2022

02.03.2022 | Neuro-Ophthalmology (H. Moss, Section Editor)

Neuro-Visual and Vestibular Manifestations of Concussion and Mild TBI

verfasst von: Nicholas E. F. Hac, Daniel R. Gold

Erschienen in: Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports | Ausgabe 3/2022

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

Mild traumatic brain injury, or concussion, is a major cause of disability. Vestibular and visual dysfunction following concussion is common and can negatively affect patients’ well-being and prolong recovery. Etiologies of visual and vestibular symptoms are numerous, including ocular, neuro-ophthalmic, otologic, and neuro-vestibular conditions. Some etiologies are benign and may be treatable, while others are potentially vision or life-threatening, making a focused history and examination essential. This review offers an approach to the evaluation and treatment of the most common neuro-visual and vestibular impairments that may result from concussion.

Recent Findings

Treatment of concussion including exercise, computerized programs, transcranial magnetic stimulation, gene therapy, stem cell therapy, and nanoparticles has shown promise.

Summary

Many novel therapies are in the pipework for visual and vestibular recovery after concussion; however, the treatment mainstay remains therapy and evaluation for co-existing diseases.
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Metadaten
Titel
Neuro-Visual and Vestibular Manifestations of Concussion and Mild TBI
verfasst von
Nicholas E. F. Hac
Daniel R. Gold
Publikationsdatum
02.03.2022
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports / Ausgabe 3/2022
Print ISSN: 1528-4042
Elektronische ISSN: 1534-6293
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11910-022-01184-9

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