What Can a Patient’s Eyes Tell Us About Concussions?
Improve pediatric concussion diagnosis in the ED. This rapid visio-vestibular exam (VVE) identifies dysfunction in just 2-3 minutes.
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What Can a Patient’s Eyes Tell Us About Concussions?
Improve pediatric concussion diagnosis in the ED. This rapid visio-vestibular exam (VVE) identifies dysfunction in just 2-3 minutes. -
The Critical Role of Accurate Traumatic Brain Injury Coding
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) represent a significant public health concern, affecting individuals across all age groups and... -
Flying After Concussion May Not Affect Symptoms, Recovery
Boarding an airplane within 72 hours of a concussion may not influence the severity of symptoms or...
The Critical Role of Accurate Traumatic Brain Injury Coding
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) represent a significant public health concern, affecting individuals across all age groups and…
Flying After Concussion May Not Affect Symptoms, Recovery
Boarding an airplane within 72 hours of a concussion may not influence the severity of symptoms or…
For Concussions, Honesty is the Best Policy
SAN DIEGO—The parlance of concussions is sports medicine, as that is the specialty that has done the…
Latest Evidence and Wisdom on Concussions
When it comes to concussions, Andrew Perron, MD, FACEP, knows what he doesn’t know—and he wants to…
Pearls from Emergency Medicine Literature on Pulmonary Problems, Bleeding, Evaluating Pediatric Injuries, and More
Last month, I highlighted some of the most impactful, talked-about, or interesting articles published across the spectrum…
Concussion Management for Young Athletes
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The diagnosis and management of concussion continues to be an evolving and controversial subject in 2017,…
A Modern Approach to Concussion Diagnosis and Management
As the literature on concussions grows exponentially, the annual “Concussion Update” session at the ACEP annual meeting…
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Tips for Treating Closed Head Injuries and Using Antibiotics for Parotitis
The best questions often stem from the inquisitive learner. As educators, we love, and are always humbled…
Emergency Physician Suggests Rule Changes to Combat Football-Related Concussions, Head Injuries
From peewee leagues to the NFL, football is a national obsession in the United States. However, recent…