The Journal of head trauma rehabilitation
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J Head Trauma Rehabil · Sep 2013
Comparative StudyNeurogenic and psychogenic acute postconcussion symptoms can be identified after mild traumatic brain injury.
As provenance of postconcussion symptoms after mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is controversial, with similar rates found in other populations, we aimed to identify postconcussion symptoms specific to mTBI compared with controls. We also compared differences between complicated and uncomplicated mTBIs. ⋯ Neurogenic and psychogenic postconcussion symptoms were identified at the acute-phase postinjury. Findings suggest that treating persons with mTBI as a homogenous sample is not prudent. This should inform prognostic models and follow-up support offered after leaving the emergency department.