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Dementia pugilistica

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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.

Part of
Dementia
Also known as
Boxer's dementia · chronic traumatic encephalopathy · punch-drunk syndrome

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