HOW CAN BRAIN SWELLING BE CONTROLLED?
Control of intracranial pressure depends on intensive monitoring and control of every bodily function; this requires around-the-clock attention and usually takes place in an intensive care unit. It is usually necessary to control breathing by a machine called a ventilator or respirator. Very strong medications are given to temporarily paralyze the head injured person, and even deepen his level of unconsciouness, in order to control his breathing, blood pressure and other vital functions. In some cases removal of small amounts of fluid from around the brain may help. In some cases surgical procedures may be of benefit.
