# Contusion

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R6EFMAnzS8Aey8OU4n6bAI

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Moderate Traumatic Brain Injury

## Definition

Moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a disruption in brain function caused by an external mechanical force, leading to a loss of consciousness lasting from 30 minutes to 24 hours, or post-traumatic amnesia lasting from 1 to 7 days. It requires medical intervention and often results in lasting cognitive, physical, and emotional impairments that may necessitate rehabilitation.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R9aAuY31Z3tgpR7hUAqTEmd

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