@article{ref1,
title="Representation of concussion subtypes in common postconcussion symptom-rating scales",
journal="Concussion",
year="2019",
author="Lumba-Brown, Angela and Ghajar, Jamshid and Cornwell, Jordan and Bloom, O. Josh and Chesnutt, James and Clugston, James R. and Kolluri, Raina and Leddy, John J. and Teramoto, Masaru and Gioia, Gerard",
volume="4",
number="3",
pages="CNC65-CNC65",
abstract="AIM: Postconcussion symptom-rating scales are frequently used concussion assessment tools that do not align directly with new expert, consensus-based concussion subtype classification systems. This may result in delays in concussion diagnosis, subspecialty referral and rehabilitative strategies. <br><br>OBJECTIVE: To determine the representation of subtype-directed symptomatology in common postconcussion symptom-rating scales. <br><br>METHODS: Literature review and expert consensus were used to compile commonly used concussion symptom-rating scales. Statistics were generated to describe the degree of representation of the consensus symptom set. <br><br>RESULTS: The percentage of symptoms representing each subtype/associated condition is low overall (15-26%). The ocular-motor (11%) and vestibular subtypes (19%) and cervical strain (5%)-associated condition were the most under-represented and also had the greatest unmet needs. <br><br>CONCLUSION: Concussion subtypes do not have equal representation on commonly used concussion symptom-rating scales. There is a need for a subtype-directed symptom assessment to allow for increased accuracy of diagnosis and to guide management.<br><br>© 2019 Angela Lumba-Brown.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="2056-3299",
doi="10.2217/cnc-2019-0005",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.2217/cnc-2019-0005"
}