Dementia pugilistica
MONDO:0019976Conditions characterized by persistent brain damage or dysfunction as sequelae of cranial trauma. This disorder may result from diffuse axonal injury; intracranial hemorrhages; brain edema; and other conditions. Clinical features may include dementia; focal neurologic deficits; persistent vegetative state; akinetic mutism; or coma.
Also known as: Boxer's dementia, chronic traumatic encephalopathy, punch-drunk syndrome
15 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 15 tagged with Dementia pugilistica itself.
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Massive study launches to unlock secrets of spinal cord and brain injuries
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis large observational study aims to collect medical data and biological samples from up to 5,000 people with chronic spinal cord injury or traumatic brain injury, as well as their family members and healthy volunteers. Researchers hope this information will help them better un…
Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can we finally spot CTE before death? new study hopes to find out
Knowledge-focused By invitation onlyThis study is trying to find ways to diagnose chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in living people. Right now, CTE can only be confirmed after death. Researchers will study 350 former college and professional football players, using memory tests and other biomarkers. The goal …
Sponsor: Boston University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC