Citation

Laparra V, Duigou AL, Seizeur R. Soins Pediatr. Pueric. 2012; (268): 41-43.

Vernacular Title

Spécificités des traumatismes crâniens du nourrisson et de l'enfant.

Affiliation

Service de réanimation pédiatrique, CHRU Brest, France.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2012, Masson Editeur)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

23074807

Abstract

Head injuries in children are frequent reasons for visits to emergency departments. Depending on age, the causes are different: falls for younger infants and accidents for older children. Those treating children, especially in cases of serious injury, must be aware of the specificities of paediatric anatomy and physiology. As with adults, the initial assessment and surveillance help to prevent the condition from worsening.

Language: fr