Neurotrauma in the Aging Population

Brief Session Description : TBI and SCI present growing concerns in the aging population. As life expectancy increased, prevalence of neurotrauma among older adults rose, creating substantial challenges on healthcare. We explore the interrelation of neurotrauma in normal aging and the impact of TBI on aging. Epidemiology of neurotrauma among elderly and consequences on healthcare and rehabilitation will be discussed. Cognitive impairments including memory loss, attention, executive difficulties are common in elderly with TBI. This leads to increased dependency and reduced ADL ability, diminishing autonomy. Neurotrauma in older adults lead to poorer outcomes: longer hospital stay, high transfers to longterm care and higher mortality.

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Jehane Dagher, MD, BSc, FRCPC – Disclosed speaking role with Merz