An update on chronic traumatic encephalopathy

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In this episode:

  • Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is now identified in over 10 sports, military environments and domestic violence
  • Condition is due solely to repeated traumatic brain injury
  • Role as practitioners is to manage symptoms well, consider environmental measures, and support for the patient and family
  • Creating a log of head trauma incidents is valuable

 

Expert: Dr Rowena Mobbs, Neurologist

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 32 mins

 

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Last Updated: 10 Sep, 2024

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