Articles: brain-injuries.
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The article describes the pathophysiological mechanisms of injuries caused by shots in the head. In particular, the effect exercised on the cerebral tissue by the impact of rapid projectiles is explained. ⋯ These cases are discussed and critically assessed, using the results communicated in other papers as basis. The requisite surgical measures are considered; the need for effecting complete cleansing of the path of the bullet is viewed with some reserve.
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Neurogenic pulmonary oedema is a not uncommon condition with a mortality that may exceed 90%. A fatal case in a 17-month-old child is reported. The literature is reviewed and current theories of the pathogenesis presented. Suggestions are made on how the condition might best be managed.
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Case Reports
[Permeability pulmonary edema (neurogenic pulmonary edema) following isolated head and brain injury].
This paper reports on 3 patients with permeability pulmonary oedema accompanying an isolated head injury (neurogenic pulmonary oedema - NPE). The occurrence of a NPE in our patients with isolated head injury amounts to 0.62%. Comparing our case reports and results, respectively, with those published in the literature, the pathogenesis of NPE is discussed and delineated.