What is Brain Injury?

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What is TBI?

Traumatic brain injury or TBI is an insult to the brain, not of degenerative or congenital nature but caused by an external force that may produce a diminished or altered state of consciousness, which results in an impairment of cognitive abilities or physical functioning. It can also result in the disturbance of behavioral or emotional functioning.

What is the difference between TBI and ABI?

ABI or acquired brain injury is an injury to the brain which is not hereditary, congenital or degenerative. Causes may include oxygen deprivation, surgery, infectious diseases, toxins, stroke, and heart attack, as well as trauma. TBI is a form of acquired brain injury.