Beta Blocker Therapy For Traumatic Brain Injury

14/01/2012 26 min
Beta Blocker Therapy For Traumatic Brain Injury

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Episode Synopsis

A discussion of the role of beta-blocker therapy following TBI. We discuss Dr. Cotton and others' studies suggesting a mortality benefit, possible mechanisms underlying this finding, and how/when to go about instituting beta-blockade in this population.