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What Are Disorders of Consciousness and Why Do They Matter?
Manage episode 476959062 series 1265341

For many patients, it takes time to regain full consciousness after a brain injury, and some develop a disorder of consciousness (DOC). Rachel Teranishi, M.D., a brain injury specialist, explains why up to 40% of DOC cases are misdiagnosed and outlines what providers need to know about assessment, treatment, and long-term recovery. Learn which therapies are showing promise and how to support families through uncertain outcomes.
97 episodes
Manage episode 476959062 series 1265341

For many patients, it takes time to regain full consciousness after a brain injury, and some develop a disorder of consciousness (DOC). Rachel Teranishi, M.D., a brain injury specialist, explains why up to 40% of DOC cases are misdiagnosed and outlines what providers need to know about assessment, treatment, and long-term recovery. Learn which therapies are showing promise and how to support families through uncertain outcomes.
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