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Brain edema occurs when there is an increase in brain volume due to the expansion of cerebral tissue and water content. The brain and its surrounding fluids are inside the skull. Therefore the brain can only swell so much before it comes in contact with the skull. This pressure can cut off supply to a portion of the brain, causing parts of the brain tissue to die. The death of vital brain cells can lead to physical and mental impairment. In the most serious cases, brain edema may cost the injured their life.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of brain swelling. As the brain swells, a natural reaction to head trauma, there is an increase in intracranial pressure (ICP) - an event that often causes long lasting disability and impairment.
Some of the secondary brain injuries caused by brain edema include:
If medical treatment is sought immediately following a head injury the effects of the swelling can often be minimized. It is crucial that a doctor promptly identify and treat brain edema.
Treatments include:
If you or a loved one has suffered a head injury resulting in physical or mental impairment, there are steps you must take to ensure that you receive your disability benefits. For assistance in filing your claim or fighting for your long-term disability benefits contact the Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg for a FREE consultation of your case. Please call 1-888-234-5758 today.