Postconcussion syndrome (PCS) is a constellation of symptoms involving physical, cognitive, and/or behavioral symptoms persisting after a concussion (synonymous with mild traumatic b...
Detailed history of recent impact and closed head injury, including:
Mechanism
Timing of injury related to symptoms
Previous head injuries, including concussion, and timing of those inju...
Return to full activity should progress according to existing evidence-based recommendations for return to activity (work, school, sport) after concussion (1).
When possible,...
Miutz LN, Burma JS, Lapointe AP, et al. Physical activity following sport-related concussion in adolescents: a systematic review. J Appl Physiol (1985). 2022;1...
F07.81 Postconcussional syndrome
S06.9X0A Unsp intracranial injury w/o loss of consciousness, init
S06.9X9A Unsp intracranial injury w LOC of unsp duration, init
40425004 postconcussion ...
Imaging is rarely useful for postconcussion syndrome.
Coordinate multidisciplinary treatment plans for patients with persistent symptoms.
A full return to sport/physical activity should ...
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<bold>Figure 12.22. Contrecoup brain injury. A.</bold> CT image at bone window shows a fracture in the right posterior parietal bone (<i>arrow</i>). <bold>B.</bold> Same image at brain window shows areas of intracerebral hemorrhage in the frontal lobes (<i>arrows</i>). Notice the scalp hematoma (*) in the right occipital area.
<bold>Figure 12.22. Contrecoup brain injury. A.</bold> CT image at bone window shows a fracture in the right posterior parieta...