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- Sergio R Russo Buzzini and Kevin M Guskiewicz.
- Department of Pediatrics and Orthopaedic Surgery, Division of Adolescent Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, USA. buzzini@musc.edu
- Curr. Opin. Pediatr. 2006 Aug 1;18(4):376-82.
Purpose Of ReviewThe purpose of this review is to present an overview of sport-related concussion in the young athlete and review recent publications of clinical and scientific importance.Recent FindingsRecent findings show that young athletes are more susceptible to concussions than older athletes and more likely to develop second impact syndrome, as well as long-term negative cumulative consequences. Further, ongoing research suggests a more prolonged disturbance of brain function following a concussion than previously believed.SummaryGiven the increased vulnerability of the young athlete, current research suggests conservative management of concussion and return-to-play decisions. A decision tree diagram to assist the practitioner in making return-to-play recommendations for the young athlete is included in this review.
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