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RID5143 dementia pugilistica

synonym

Chronisch traumatische Enzephalopathie
boxer syndrome
chronic traumatic encephalopathy
pugilistic Parkinson syndrome
punch-drunk syndrome

definition

Conditions characterized by persistent brain damage or dysfunction as sequelae of cranial trauma. This disorder may result from diffuse axonal injury; intracranial hemorrhages; brain edema; and other conditions. Clinical features may include dementia; focal neurologic deficits; persistent vegetative state; akinetic mutism; or coma. [MeSH]