Demographics Essential in Analysis of Concussion-Related Serum Biomarkers
Healthy collegiate athletes express concussion-related serum biomarkers in variable concentrations; therefore, considering demographic factors such as sex and race is vital.
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EyeBOX Test Gets FDA OK to Aid in Concussion Diagnosis
The FDA approval was supported by results from the DETECT clinical study which included 282 patients with suspected traumatic brain injury.
Oculomotor Response to Head Impacts Studied in Youth Football
Near point of convergence values change in response to subconcussive head impacts but begin to normalize over time in high school football players.
Persistent Postconcussive Symptoms in Soldiers With Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Severe and/or very severe postconcussive symptoms remained highly prevalent at 1-year follow-up for service members with deployment-related mild traumatic brain injury.
Concussion Linked to High Suicide Risk in a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
A systemic review was conducted to assess the risk for suicide after a concussion and/or mild traumatic brain injury.
AAP Updates Management of Sport-Related Concussion
Recommendations have been developed for the diagnosis and management of pediatric sport-related concussion.
Repetitive Hits May Predispose Athletes to Concussion
Repetitive head impact exposure appears to be a predisposing factor for the onset of concussion.
Concussion-Related Biomarkers Vary Based on Sex, Race
Concussion-related serum biomarkers vary by sex and race, which may complicate their interpretation.
Ivy League Rule Change Linked to Fewer Concussions During NCAA Football Games
A 2016 experimental rule change in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Ivy League play has been linked to a reduction in concussions among players.
Age, Sex Affect Extended Post-Concussion Symptoms in Children
Age, sex, and family factors play a role in the persistence of post-concussion symptoms one year after injury.
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