Surgery In case of brain injury, laceration occurs, which is most severe on the side opposite to that of the injury, this type of injury is known as: A Laceration. B Contrecoup injury. C Contusion. D Concussion. 💡 Explanation In case of brain injury, laceration occurs, which is most severe on the side opposite to that of the injury, this type of injury is known as: ✓ Correct Answer: B. Contrecoup injury.