Traumatic brain injury leads to cellular damage which in turn results in the rapid release of
damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs) that prompt resident cells to release …

Within minutes of a traumatic impact, a robust inflammatory response is elicited in the injured
brain. The complexity of this post-traumatic squeal involves a cellular component …

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major cause of death in the young age group and leads to
persisting neurological impairment in many of its victims. It may result in permanent …

Despite dramatic improvements in the management of traumatic brain injury (TBI), to date
there is no effective treatment available to patients, and morbidity and mortality remain high …

The polypeptide cytokine interleukin-1 (IL-1) affects nearly every tissue and organ system. IL-
1 is the prototype of the pro-inflammatory cytokines in that it induces the expression of a …

Tuberculosis (TB) remains a leading cause of death globally. Dissemination of TB to the
brain results in the most severe form of extrapulmonary TB, tuberculous meningitis (TBM) …

Tuberculosis of the central nervous system (CNS) is a highly devastating form of
tuberculosis, which, even in the setting of appropriate antitubercular therapy, leads to …

This review comprises aspects of the epidemiology, microbiology, pathophysiology, clinical
manifestations, diagnosis, management, prognosis, and prevention of bacterial meningitis …

Traumatic injury to the brain (TBI) results in a complex set of responses involving various
symptoms and long-term consequences. TBI of any form can cause cognitive, behavioral …

The only natural reservoir of Neisseria meningitidis is the human nasopharyngeal mucosa.
Depending on age, climate, country, socioeconomic status, and other factors, approximately …