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Blurred vision, light sensitivity, reading difficulty: Assessing the visual system after concussion

Christina L. Master, M.D., FAAP
Published: July 18, 2022
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Concussion, Head and Neck Injuries, Neurology, Sports Medicine/Physical Fitness
Abstract
Vision issues after concussion deserve attention due to the substantial negative impact they can have on a child’s functioning in school and activities.
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Global rise in adolescents with ‘tic attacks’ may be due to social media exposure

Donald L. Gilbert, M.D., M.S.
Published: July 01, 2022
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Media, Neurologic Disorders, Neurology, Screen Time
Abstract
Tic onset occurs after age 10 years, usually in females. Early tics are large-amplitude arm movements (hitting self or family members) and odd/obscene words or phrases.
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Report on leukodystrophies highlights advances in imaging, diagnosis, care

Joshua L. Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., FAAP
Published: September 02, 2021
TOPICS: Genetics, Health Information Technology, Medical Home, Medical Technology and Advancement, Neurologic Disorders, Neurology
Abstract
Leukodystrophies affect nearly one in 4,500 births, and most pediatricians will care for a child with a leukodystrophy.
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Children hospitalized with flu at risk for neurological complications

Carla Kemp, Senior Editor
Published: September 01, 2021
TOPICS: Influenza, Neurologic Disorders, Neurology
Abstract
Those with neurologic complications had higher rates of ICU admissions and death than those without complications.
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Report on leukodystrophies highlights advances in imaging, diagnosis, care

Joshua L. Bonkowsky, M.D., Ph.D., FAAP
Published: August 23, 2021
TOPICS: Genetics, Health Information Technology, Medical Home, Medical Technology and Advancement, Neurologic Disorders, Neurology
Abstract
Leukodystrophies affect nearly one in 4,500 births, and most pediatricians will care for a child with a leukodystrophy.
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Study: Migrainous symptoms after concussion linked to prolonged recovery

Carlyn A. Patterson Gentile, M.D., Ph.D., FAAP
Published: August 01, 2021
TOPICS: Head and Neck Injuries, Neurologic Disorders, Neurological Surgery, Neurology
Abstract
Studies needed to identify evidence-based treatments for post-traumatic headache.
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Long-term antiseizure medication may be unnecessary for infants

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: August 01, 2021
TOPICS: Neurology
Abstract
Authors said they believe it is safe for most infants to discontinue antiseizure medication after 72 hours without a seizure, regardless of whether the infant’s EEG was abnormal.
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FYI: Data on neurological symptoms of COVID-19

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: March 01, 2021
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Neurologic Disorders, Neurology
Abstract
A new database is collecting information about COVID-19-related neurological symptoms, complications and outcomes, and effects of the disease on pre-existing neurological conditions.
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CDC anticipating spike in acute flaccid myelitis cases this fall

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: August 04, 2020
TOPICS: Neurologic Disorders, Neurology
Abstract
The rare but serious condition characterized by sudden limb weakness has peaked every other year since 2014.
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Robotic technology makes epilepsy surgery faster, safer for children

Jesse M. Skoch, M.D.; Francesco T. Mangano, D.O., FACS, FACOS, FAAP
Published: August 01, 2020
TOPICS: Neurological Surgery, Neurology
Abstract
Computer-guided robotic arms were adapted from the automotive industry for neurosurgical use.
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New guidelines released on management of pediatric spina bifida

David F. Bauer, M.D., M.P.H., FAAP
Published: November 12, 2019
TOPICS: Neurologic Disorders, Neurological Surgery, Neurology
Abstract
The clinical practice guidelines focus on the surgical management of patients with myelomeningocele and include evidence-based recommendations.
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Endorsed papers shed light on migraine, perinatal palliative care

Published: October 28, 2019
TOPICS: Hospice/Palliative Medicine, Neurology
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The AAP has endorsed a committee opinion on perinatal palliative care and two guidelines on preventing and treating migraines in children and teens.
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Study: Concussion rates in high school football games rising

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: October 15, 2019
TOPICS: Concussion, Neurology, Sports Medicine/Physical Fitness
Abstract
Football had the highest rate per 10,000 practices or games at 10.4 followed by girls’ soccer at 8.19 and boys’ ice hockey at 7.69.
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Stay up-to-date on clinical guidance, legal requirements for managing sports concussions, releasing athletes to play

Richard L. Oken, M.D., FAAP
Published: September 24, 2019
TOPICS: Concussion, Medical Liability, Neurology, Risk Management, Sports Medicine/Physical Fitness
Abstract
All athletes with a suspected concussion should be removed immediately from play and not return until medically cleared..
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Study: Fast MRI can diagnose TBI without radiation

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: September 18, 2019
TOPICS: Concussion, Neurological Surgery, Neurology
Abstract
CT scans found TBI in 111 patients, while the fast MRI detected 103 of those.
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Study: Seizures, coma more common with synthetic cannabinoids than cannabis

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: July 08, 2019
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Neurology, Substance Abuse
Abstract
Synthetic cannabinoids which are known by names like Spice and K2, contain chemicals similar to tetrahydrocannabinol in cannabis but are much more potent.
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Keep an eye on visual system in patients with concussion

Darron Bacal, M.D., FAAP; Christina L. Master, M.D., FACSM, FAAP
Published: April 25, 2019
TOPICS: Concussion, Neurology
Abstract
Vision disorders after a concussion can have a major effect on children, delaying return to full-time learning activities.
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Some concussion tests could give wrong results, FDA warns

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: April 11, 2019
TOPICS: Concussion, Neurology
Abstract
A diagnosis of head injury can only be made after a child is examined by a health care professional.
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PAS 2019: Adolescent study director Dr. Dowling to address attendees

Alyson Sulaski Wyckoff, Associate Editor
Published: April 11, 2019
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Neurology
Abstract
Dr. Dowling, a researcher and neurobiologist, will discuss factors that influence the adolescent brain.
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Statement on first drug approved to treat spinal muscular atrophy receives AAP endorsement

David Michelson, M.D.
Published: December 24, 2018
TOPICS: Neurologic Disorders, Neurology
Abstract
Nusinersen is one of just a handful of antisense oligonucleotide treatments approved by the FDA and the first that is delivered intrathecally to patients at regular intervals.
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