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11 Treatments for Shaken Baby Syndrome

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Tests

5	Medical Procedures

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Self Care

Overview

Appropriate treatment is determined by the type and severity of the trauma. Physicians may medically manage both internal and external injuries. Behavioral and educational impairments as a result of the injuries require the attention of additional specialists. Children with SBS ...[read article]

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Tests for Shaken Baby Syndrome

1. MRI of Brain Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the head is a painless, noninvasive test that produces detailed images of your brain and brain stem. The test is carried out wit... More
2. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
3. Ophthalmoscopy Ophthalmoscopy is usually part of a routine eye test to screen for eye diseases. It looks at the back of the eye. The back of the eye is called the fundus. It consi... More
4. Ribs X-Ray
5. MRI A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is a noninvasive test that uses magnets and radio waves to create images of the inside of your body. It allows doctors to se... More
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Medical Procedures for Shaken Baby Syndrome

1. Speech Therapy Hearing and speech impairment are conditions that can affect both children and adults. Hearing impairment may also be called deafness or hard of hearing . Problems ... More
2. Mechanical Ventilation Mechanical ventilation is the use of a mechanical device (machine) to inflate and deflate the lungs. More
3. Physical Therapy Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those sufferin... More
4. Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy is a holistic, patient-centered, occupation-based approach to life skill development. This health profession helps people whose lives have been... More
5. Watchful Waiting
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Self Care for Shaken Baby Syndrome

1. Observation
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