Research and Policy Repository

Traumatic brain injury, posttraumatic stress disorder, and vascular risk are independently associated with white matter aging in Vietnam-era Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Traumatic brain injury (TBI), mental health conditions (e.g., posttraumatic stress disorder [PTSD]), and vascular comorbidities (e.g., hypertension, diabetes) …

Mental Health Physical Health Peer reviewed

Pulmonary Vascular Disease in Veterans with Post-Deployment Respiratory Syndrome

Abstract: Exertional dyspnea has been documented in US military personnel after deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan. We studied whether continued exertional dyspnea in this patient …

Physical Health Peer reviewed

Impact of the covid-19 pandemic on the rate of lower limb amputation in Veterans

Abstract: BACKGROUND: The COVID-19 pandemic led to changes in health care, including postponement of nonurgent appointments. These changes, combined with overall decreased activity …

Physical Health Peer reviewed