

So, because the space is limited, if there is an increase in any one of these three things, one or both of the other two will have to decrease. The Monroe-Kellie Doctrine states that there is a limited amount of space in the skull to hold all of the cells that make up the brain tissue, the blood that supplies oxygen to the tissue, and a special type of fluid that cushions the brain, called cerebrospinal fluid. So, if you pack too many clothes, you would not be able to pack other things, like your favorite book.
If you are packing for a trip, you can only fit in a certain number of items. Introductionīefore we dive into talking about brain injury, we want to introduce something scientists call the Monroe-Kellie Doctrine, which is important for understanding how traumatic brain injury (TBI) happens. Fortunately, there are ways we can reduce TBI by making safe choices, such as buckling our seatbelts and wearing helmets while playing sports. There are different causes of TBI, such as car accidents, falls, or football tackles.

It is a common injury in children and can cause lasting symptoms and disabilities. Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is an injury to the brain caused by a bump or hit to the head.
