Pediatric Head Trauma
Head Injury in Children | Johns Hopkins Medicine
A head injury can be as mild as a bump, bruise (contusion), or cut on the head. Or it can be a concussion, a deep cut or open wound, broken skull bones, ...
Pediatric Head Trauma - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a significant contributor to mortality and disability among children aged 1 to 18.[1][2] The condition is a disruption in ...
PECARN Pediatric Head Injury/Trauma Algorithm - MDCalc
The PECARN Pediatric Head Injury/Trauma Algorithm provides the PECARN algorithm for evaluating pediatric head injury.
Pediatric Head Trauma: Practice Essentials, Background, Anatomy
Most pediatric head trauma occurs secondary to motor vehicle accidents, falls, assaults, recreational activities, and child abuse.
A Guide to Pediatric Head Injuries | Children's Hospital Colorado
Concussions are a form of mild TBI. A concussion is caused by a significant blow or jolt to the head or neck that temporarily disrupts the way the brain ...
Minor blunt head trauma in infants and young children (<2 years)
Minor blunt head trauma — Experts define minor blunt head trauma in infants and children younger than two years of age as a history of, or ...
Clinical Practice Guidelines : Head injury
Mild head injury with other risk factors · Child should be observed for up to 4 hours post injury, with: · Treat pain with simple analgesia · Consider anti-emetics ...
Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury - ASHA
TBI is a form of nondegenerative acquired brain injury resulting from a bump, blow, or jolt to the head (or body) or a penetrating head injury that disrupts ...
Head injury in children and adolescents (Beyond the Basics)
In studies, some children with vomiting, headache, or a brief loss of consciousness (without other symptoms) have a traumatic brain injury while others do not.
Acute Head Trauma Clinical Pathway — Emergency Department
The acute head trauma clinical pathway is a detailed care plan that outlines the steps to be taken for a child with head trauma in the emergency department.
Head Injury in Children - Nationwide Children's Hospital
What are the symptoms of a head injury? · Raised, swollen area from a bump or a bruise · Small, superficial (shallow) cut in the scalp · Headache · Sensitivity ...
Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury | Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Traumatic brain injuries occur when there is a direct or indirect blow to the head. They can include bumps and bruises, concussions, skull fractures and ...
Pediatric head trauma is distinct from adult TBI. The purpose of this review article is to discuss pediatric TBI and current treatment modalities available.
Clinical Guidance for Pediatric Mild TBI - CDC
The CDC Pediatric mTBI Guideline consists of 19 sets of clinical recommendations that cover diagnosis, prognosis, and management and treatment.
Pediatric Head Trauma Treatment & Management
Rapid-sequence induction (RSI) and endotracheal intubation are generally recommended. Stabilization of the cervical spine should be achieved in ...
Head Injury in Children: How to Know If It's Minor or Serious
Most head injuries are minor and do not cause serious problems. In very rare cases, problems can occur after a minor bump on the head.
Pediatric Head Trauma: A Review and Update - AAP Publications
In this article, we aim to provide current evidence on the recognition, treatment, and rehabilitation of TBIs.
Using the PECARN head injury prediction rule can significantly improve the value we deliver to our patients by reducing unnecessary CT scans in children.
Head Trauma-Child - American College of Radiology
Although traumatic brain injury is a leading cause of death and disability in children [1], the vast majority of head injuries are uncomplicated, transient, and ...
Pediatric head trauma - Children's Health
Head trauma is an injury to the head, skull or brain that could affect the way the brain or body functions.