December 1, 2025Age and AgeingOpen Access

Older adults with traumatic brain injuries – epidemiology, management and outcomes from a Level 1 Trauma Centre

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Analysis shows increased mortality and care gaps in older adults with traumatic brain injury, indicating need for specialized management pathways.

Mortality rate for older adults with traumatic brain injury is 36%, reflecting significant health risks among this population.
During an 18-month period, 92 older adults were treated for TBI, with 21% experiencing in-hospital mortality post-injury.
Epidemiological assessment of TBI includes data from emergency department visits and hospitalization in a trauma center setting.
Addressing care gaps for geriatric patients may improve outcomes following traumatic brain injury and enhance rehabilitation.

Steven S. Lazarus (2025) studied this question.

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Analysis shows increased mortality and care gaps in older adults with traumatic brain injury, indicating need for specialized management pathways.