Traumatic Brain Injury

Imaging - MRI vs CT
What is the diagnostic accuracy of MRI versus CT for different types of intracranial injuries in TBI patients?

Sept 2010

Imaging - Repeat CT
What is the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of repeat Computed Tomography scans in TBI patients?

Sept 2010

Neuroprotection
In patients who have sustained moderate to severe TBI, what are effective pharmacological interventions for improving clinical outcome by reducing intracranial pressure (ICP)?

Sept 2010

Spinal Cord Injury

Neuroprotection
What is the effect of specific neuroprotective strategies on recovery of neurological function in SCI patients?

Sept 2010

Psychosocial Interventions
What is the effect of psychosocial interventions for patients and family on resilience, adaptation and acceptance of SCI in the acute phase of care?

Sept 2010

Surgery Timing
What is the effect of early versus delayed surgery for unstable spinal injuries on clinical outcomes and length of stay in SCI patients?

Sept 2010

Tracheostomy
What are effective criteria for identifying patients with SCI who benefit from Tracheostomy?

Sept 2010

Ventilation
What are effective ventilation strategies (e.g. invasive vs non-invasive, and variations in mode, rate, tidal volume) for managing acute respiratory failure in SCI patients?

Sept 2010