Mild traumatic brain injury: Difference between revisions
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*Minor - Consussion, no LOC, neuro change <15 min - 1 wk no sports | |||
*Grade 2 - Consussion, no loc, neuro change >15 min - 1-2 wks no sports | |||
*Grade 3- Concussion with LOC - no sports for 2 wks | |||
**If this is second grade 3, no sports for at least 1 mo; | |||
[[Category:Peds]] | [[Category:Peds]] | ||
[[Category:Trauma]] | [[Category:Trauma]] | ||
[[Category:Neuro]] | [[Category:Neuro]] | ||
Revision as of 05:24, 4 July 2011
Background
- Simple concussion
- Gradual resolution of symptoms w/in 7-10d
- Complex concussion
- Persisting symptoms or cognitive impairment
- Symptoms with exertion
Treatment
- Simple
- Limitations on playing and training while symptomatic
- F/u with PMD
- Complex
- Refer to sports medicine or concussion specialist
Grading
- Minor - Consussion, no LOC, neuro change <15 min - 1 wk no sports
- Grade 2 - Consussion, no loc, neuro change >15 min - 1-2 wks no sports
- Grade 3- Concussion with LOC - no sports for 2 wks
- If this is second grade 3, no sports for at least 1 mo;