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Review
. 2016 Apr;162(2):103-8.
doi: 10.1136/jramc-2015-000517. Epub 2015 Nov 2.

Biomarkers in traumatic brain injury: a review

Emma Toman  1 , S Harrisson  2 , T Belli  3
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Biomarkers in traumatic brain injury: a review

Emma Toman et al. J R Army Med Corps. 2016 Apr.

Abstract

Biomarkers allow physiological processes to be monitored, in both health and injury. Multiple attempts have been made to use biomarkers in traumatic brain injury (TBI). Identification of such biomarkers could allow improved understanding of the pathological processes involved in TBI, diagnosis, prognostication and development of novel therapies. This review article aims to cover both established and emerging TBI biomarkers along with their benefits and limitations. It then discusses the potential value of TBI biomarkers to military, civilian and sporting populations and the future hopes for developing a role for biomarkers in head injury management.

Keywords: NEUROPATHOLOGY; NEUROSURGERY; TRAUMA MANAGEMENT.

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