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Primary types of traumatic brain injuries

On Behalf of | Apr 1, 2020 | Accidents & Injuries

A person who is involved in a motor vehicle crash or on-the-job injury might suffer a traumatic brain injury. These can range from minor to severe, but you shouldn’t let the classification of the injury lead you to make assumptions about how a person will fare.

There are several things that come together to determine how much a specific injury will impact the victim. The location of the injury, the type of injury and the person’s ability to overcome the effects of the damage are all factors in how well they will be able to function after the injury.

Many types of traumatic brain injuries

There are five primary types of traumatic brain injuries that a person might suffer. One of the more common is the concussion, which is classified as a mild traumatic brain injury. These typically aren’t associated with long-term effects, however, multiple concussions could lead to serious issues down the road.

When a person suffers a broken blood vessel in the brain, a blood clot is likely going to form. This is known as a hematoma. Smaller hematomas aren’t likely going to cause any serious issues because they are usually reabsorbed into the body. When the clot is larger or doesn’t reabsorb, surgery might be necessary to remove it. The location of the hematoma determines the type.

A bruise on the brain is known as a contusion. These will usually heal over time, but more serious contusions can cause long-lasting impacts if there is permanent damage to the brain.

A diffuse axonal injury occurs when the nerve cells of the brain are stretched and shearing occurs. The injury usually occurs when the brain is thrown from one side of the skull to the other.

When small arteries tear when the brain is injured, bleeding into the cerebrospinal fluid can occur. This is known as a traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, and it can slowly damage the entire brain as pressure in the area increases.

Living with a traumatic brain injury

Living with a traumatic brain injury can be difficult. Many victims find that the stress of healing is increased because of monetary concerns. When the incident that led to injury was the result of another person’s negligence, they may choose to seek compensation from the liable party.

Seeking compensation won’t end the physical pain or the difficulties of life with this type of injury but it may help you to afford the care you need for your injury. It can also help to lessen the pressure on your family to provide financially.