Placement of Intracranial Pressure Monitors by Non-neurosurgeons: A Follow-Up Study.

Background: Some research suggests that physicians who are not neurosurgeons can safely place intracranial pressure (ICP) monitors. The purpose of this study was to compare intracranial pressure monitor placement complications between neurosurgeons, trauma physicians, and general surgery residents. We hypothesized that with appropriate training, general residents can safely place ICP monitors.

Should Infants with Blunt Traumatic Brain Injuries and Intracranial Hemorrhage Have Routine Repeat Imaging?

Introduction: The practice of repeat head CT imaging in infants as a distinct population is poorly studied. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the incidence and utility of repeat head CT in the infant population.

Methods: A 10-year retrospective review was conducted of infants with blunt traumatic head injuries (N = 50) that presented to a trauma center.

Head CT Guidelines Following Concussion among the Youngest Trauma Patients: Can We Limit Radiation Exposure Following Traumatic Brain Injury?

Introduction: Recent studies have provided guidelines on the use of head computed tomography (CT) scans in pediatric trauma patients. The purpose of this study was to identify the prevalence of these guidelines among concussed pediatric patients.

Methods: A retrospective review was conducted of patients four years or younger with a concussion from blunt trauma.

Necessity of repeat head computed tomography after isolated skull fracture in the pediatric population.

Background: Head injuries are common in the pediatric population, but when an isolated skull fracture is found, there are no guidelines for repeat imaging. This study evaluated the need for repeat head computed tomography (CT) for isolated skull fracture.

Methods: A 10-year retrospective review was conducted of patients 17 years and younger with isolated skull fractures.

Evaluating the quality of online information about concussions.

Objectives: Compare and assess information available on the Internet about the definition, symptoms, treatment, and return to play recommendations after a concussion.

Methods: The top 10 websites generated by a Google search on the keyword "concussion" were evaluated by two independent researchers and three medical professionals for definition, signs, symptoms, home treatment, care-seeking advice, and return to play recommendations. The medical professionals also rated their willingness to recommend each website to patients.