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Review
. 2025 Jan 1;98(1):1-10.
doi: 10.1097/TA.0000000000004439. Epub 2024 Aug 2.

Diagnosis and management of blunt cerebrovascular injuries: What you need to know

Walter L Biffl  1 , Ernest E Moore, Akash P Kansagra, Bruno C C R Flores, Jeffrey S Weiss
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Review

Diagnosis and management of blunt cerebrovascular injuries: What you need to know

Walter L Biffl et al. J Trauma Acute Care Surg. .

Abstract

Blunt cerebrovascular injuries are not as rare as they were once thought to be-but they still have the same potential for disastrous outcomes. They may occur following any trauma, but more common with higher energy transfer mechanisms. If stroke occurs, prompt recognition and treatment offers the best chance for optimal outcome. Early diagnosis and provision of antithrombotic therapy may prevent strokes, so screening of asymptomatic patients is recommended. Herein we will present what you need to know to diagnose and manage blunt cerebrovascular injury.

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