Pediatrie traumatic brain injury: Outcome, assessment, and intervention

Abstract

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of disability in children. This chapter addresses the unique challenges facing children with TBI. Outcome, assessment, and intervention issues are discussed in relation to injuries sustained during two stages of development: (1) infancy and early childhood and (2) school-age and adolescence. Two cases studies are presented to illustrate issues relevant to children with TBI.