Publications by authors named "Kaley Mims"
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a global health challenge, responsible for 30% of injury-related deaths and significantly contributing to disability. Annually, over 50 million TBIs occur worldwide, with most adult patients at emergency departments showing alcohol in their system. TBI is also a known risk factor for alcohol abuse, yet its interaction with alcohol consumption remains poorly understood.
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- - Traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects millions globally each year and is linked to various post-traumatic syndromes, notably increasing the risk of post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE).
- - Neuroinflammation plays a crucial role in the development of PTE, involving key components such as astrocytes, microglia, and various signaling molecules which contribute to the condition.
- - This review emphasizes the complex interactions of neuroinflammatory factors that lead to increased seizure susceptibility following TBI, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of these mechanisms.