Traumatic Brain Injury Diagnosis

To make a diagnosis, the physician takes into consideration how the injury occurred, along with the symptoms. A careful neurological evaluation will be performed by either a single physician or a full medical team. The diagnosis includes a check of the level of consciousness, reflexes, the size of the pupils and their reaction to light, the ears, pulse, blood pressure and breathing rate.

If the physician suspects a traumatic brain injury, there are several tests that can be ordeedr to help with the diagnosis. They include computed tomography (CT) scan, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), electroencephalograms (EEG), positron emission tomography (PET) and x-rays.

To assist medical team, the Glasgow Coma Scale is used to determine the degree of brain damage. A point scale ranging from 3 to 15 is used, based on the patient’s ability to open the eyes, answer questions and respond to stimulation by moving. A higher score on the Glasgow Coma Scale, indicates a diagnosis of a less severe brain injury.

If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury through the negligence or carelessness of others, you may be entitled to compensation.

The assistance of an experienced Traumatic Brain Injury trial lawyer can help you find the answers you need and get the compensation you deserve. The filing of a lawsuit may help you recover financial damages to help you with the continuing medical bills and compensate you for your physical and mental suffering. Don't risk your health and peace of mind.