Correlation between the Glasgow Coma Scale Score and Tomographic Findings with in-Hospital Mortality in Patients Admitted in the Emergency Service of the General Hospital of Zone 50 of the IMSS of San Luis Potosi, with a Diagnosis of Traumatic Brain Injury

Abstract

A Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is caused by sudden exchange of mechanical energy that causes cranial injury. It is a condition with high morbidity and mortality. A substantial number of survivors suffer disabling injuries. Management is aimed at avoiding secondary brain injury, thus improving the prognosis and reducing mortality. In the General Zone Hospital 50 of the Mexican Social Security Institute in San Luis Potosí, TBI is a frequent cause of visit in the emergency service; it represents 1.6% of all consultations.