Preferred Label : diffuse axonal injury;
RADLEX synonyms : DAI;
Definition : A relatively common sequela of blunt head injury, characterized by a global disruption
of axons throughout the brain. Associated clinical features may include neurobehavioral
manifestations; persistent vegetative state; dementia; and other disorders. [MeSH];
UMLS CUI (RADLEX) : C0752219;
Origin ID : RID4644;
UMLS CUI : C0752219;
Currated CISMeF NLP mapping
- Semantic type(s)
- UMLS correspondences (same concept)
A relatively common sequela of blunt head injury, characterized by a global disruption
of axons throughout the brain. Associated clinical features may include neurobehavioral
manifestations; persistent vegetative state; dementia; and other disorders. [MeSH]
