scholarly journals Concussion in Hockey: Compliance with Return to Play Advice and Follow-up Status

2009 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 207-212 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alun Ackery ◽  
Christine Provvidenza ◽  
Charles H. Tutor
Keyword(s):  
Head Injuries ◽  
Compliance Rate ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
Clinic Visit ◽  
Return To Play ◽  
Hockey Players ◽  
Professional Aspirations

Objectives:To determine the compliance rate among hockey players with concussion or other head injuries who were advised by a physician about return to play. To assess compliance of hockey players with return to play advice and to assess the incidence of long-term post-concussion symptoms.Methods:A retrospective chart review, telephone questionnaire and follow-up analysis of income, level of education and professional aspirations. The study examined 40 hockey players with concussion or other head injury treated at a neurosurgical ambulatory clinic, who had initial visits between 1995 and 2003, and had been seen at least two years prior to completing the questionnaire.Results:There was a 58% (23 of 40) participation rate in the study. Fifteen (65%) of the 23 participants were advised to never return to play, and 5 (33%) were non-compliant and returned to play. Four (80%) of the five non-compliant players continued to suffer from post concussion symptoms. Overall, 15 (65%) of the 23 players participating in the study continued to suffer post concussion symptoms at least two years after the clinic visit.Conclusions:Five (33%) of 15 hockey players advised to never return to play were non-compliant and returned to play, and four continued to suffer from post concussion symptoms two or more years later. After repeated concussions, 65% of hockey players had long-term sequelae that prevented return to play and produced long-term post-concussion symptoms.

scholarly journals Long-Term Clinical Outcomes of Osteochondritis Dissecans Lesions of the Elbow Treated with Arthroscopy

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (7_suppl4) ◽  
pp. 2325967121S0020
Author(s):  
Michael Ryan ◽  
Benton Emblom ◽  
E. Lyle Cain ◽  
Jeffrey Dugas ◽  
Marcus Rothermich
Keyword(s):  
Surgical Treatment ◽  
Clinical Outcomes ◽  
Failure Rate ◽  
Osteochondritis Dissecans ◽  
Surgical Techniques ◽  
The Other ◽  
Return To Play ◽  
Exclusion Criteria

Objectives: While numerous studies exist evaluating the short-term clinical outcomes for patients who underwent arthroscopy for osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the capitellum, literature on long-term clinical outcomes for a relatively high number of this subset of patients from a single institution is limited. We performed a retrospective analysis on all patients treated surgically for OCD of the capitellum at our institution from January 2001 to August 2018. Our hypothesis was that clinical outcomes for patients treated arthroscopically for OCD of the capitellum would be favorable, with improved subjective pain scores and acceptable return to play for these patients. Methods: Inclusion criteria for this study included the diagnosis and surgical treatment of OCD of the capitellum treated arthroscopically with greater than 2-year follow-up. Exclusion criteria included any surgical treatment on the ipsilateral elbow prior to the first elbow arthroscopy for OCD at our institution, a missing operative report, and/or any portions of the arthroscopic procedure that were done open. Follow-up was achieved over the phone by a single author using three questionnaires: American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons – Elbow (ASES-E), Andrews/Carson KJOC, and our institution-specific return-to-play questionnaire. Results: After the inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied to our surgical database, our institution identified 101 patients eligible for this study. Of these patients, 3 were then excluded for incomplete operative reports, leaving 98 patients. Of those 98 patients, 81 were successfully contacted over the phone for an 82.7% follow-up rate. The average age for this group at arthroscopy was 15.2 years old and average post-operative time at follow-up was 8.2 years. Of the 81 patients, 74 had abrasion chondroplasty of the capitellar OCD lesion (91.4%) while the other 7 had minor debridement (8.6%). Of the 74 abrasion chondroplasties, 29 of those had microfracture, (39.2% of that subgroup and 35.8% of the entire inclusion group). Of the microfracture group, 4 also had an intraarticular, iliac crest, mesenchymal stem-cell injection into the elbow (13.7% of capitellar microfractures, 5.4% of abrasion chondroplasties, and 4.9% of the inclusion group overall). Additional arthroscopic procedures included osteophyte debridement, minor synovectomies, capsular releases, manipulation under anesthesia, and plica excisions. Nine patients had subsequent revision arthroscopy (11.1% failure rate, 5 of which were at our institution and 4 of which were elsewhere). There were also 3 patients within the inclusion group that had ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction/repair (3.7%, 1 of which was done at our institution and the other 2 elsewhere). Lastly, 3 patients had shoulder operations on the ipsilateral extremity (3.7%, 1 operation done at our institution and the other 2 elsewhere). To control for confounding variables, scores for the questionnaires were assessed only for patients with no other surgeries on the operative arm following arthroscopy (66 patients). This group had an adjusted average follow-up of 7.9 years. For the ASES-E questionnaire, the difference between the average of the ASES-E function scores for the right and the left was 0.87 out of a maximum of 36. ASES-E pain was an average of 2.37 out of a max pain scale of 50 and surgical satisfaction was an average of 9.5 out of 10. The average Andrews/Carson score out of a 100 was 91.5 and the average KJOC score was 90.5 out of 100. Additionally, out of the 64 patients evaluated who played sports at the time of their arthroscopy, 3 ceased athletic participation due to limitations of the elbow. Conclusions: In conclusion, this study demonstrated an excellent return-to-play rate and comparable subjective long-term questionnaire scores with a 11.1% failure rate following arthroscopy for OCD of the capitellum. Further statistical analysis is needed for additional comparisons, including return-to-play between different sports, outcome comparisons between different surgical techniques performed during the arthroscopies, and to what degree the size of the lesion, number of loose bodies removed or other associated comorbidities can influence long-term clinical outcomes.

Late endoscopic evaluation of the ostium size after external dacryocystorhinostomy

2020 ◽  
pp. 112067212097604
Author(s):  
Reem R Al Huthail ◽  
Yasser H Al-Faky
Keyword(s):  
Chart Review ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
Tertiary Hospital ◽  
Nasal Endoscope ◽  
Long Term Follow Up ◽  
Mean Size ◽  
External Dacryocystorhinostomy ◽  
The Mean

Objective: To evaluate the effect of chronicity on the size of the ostium after external dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) with intubation. Methods: Design: A retrospective chart review of patients who underwent external DCR with intubation over 10 years from January 2003 at a tertiary hospital. All patients were recruited and examined with rigid nasal endoscope. Results: A total number of 66 (85 eyes) patients were included. The mean age at the time of evaluation was 53.1 years with gender distribution of 54 females (81.8 %). The mean duration ±SD between the date of surgery and the date of evaluation was 33.2 ± 33.6 (6–118 months). Our study showed an overall anatomical and functional success of 98.8% and 95.3%, respectively. The mean size of the ostium (±SD) was 23.0 (±15.7) mm2 (ranging from 1 to 80.4 mm2). The size of the ostium was not a significant factor for failure ( p = 0.907). No statistically significant correlation was found between the long-term duration after surgery and the size of the ostium ( R: 0.025, p = 0.157). Conclusions: Nasal endoscopy after DCR is valuable in evaluating the ostium with no observed potential correlation between the long-term follow-up after surgery and the size of the ostium.

scholarly journals 763. 30 Day Readmission Outcomes in Patients Over 80 Years of Age Enrolled in an Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT) Program

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. S339-S340
Author(s):  
Kathleen R Sheridan ◽  
Joshua Wingfield ◽  
Lauren McKibben ◽  
Natalie Clouse
Keyword(s):  
Readmission Rate ◽  
Chart Review ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
Model Of Care ◽  
Readmission Rates ◽  
Parenteral Antibiotic ◽  
Patient Demographics

Abstract Background OPAT is a well-established model of care for the monitoring of patients requiring long-term IV antibiotics1. We have previously reported a reduction in the 30-day readmission rate to our facility for patients managed in our OPAT program. However, little has been published to date regarding outcomes in OPAT patients over 80 years of age 2–3. Our OPAT program was established in 2013. Patients can be discharged to a facility or home to complete their course of antibiotics. Methods We conducted a retrospective chart review of all OPAT patients discharged from our facility from 2015 to 2018. Patients were divided into two groups based on age, <80 (n = 4618) and >80 (n = 562). Results Patient demographics are listed in Table 1. The overall 30-day readmission rate for patients older than 80 was 27.8%. For patients over 80 that had a follow-up ID clinic appointment, the 30-day readmission rate decreased to 15.7%. For patients younger than 80, the 30-day readmission rate was 36.0% with a decrease to 16.2% if patients were evaluated in the outpatient clinic. Figure 1. Staphylococcus Aureus was the predominant organism in both age categories. Vancomycin was the most common antibiotic used in both age groups followed by β lactams. Conclusion In general, patients aged over 80 years were more likely to be discharged to a facility to complete their antibiotic course than younger patients. These patients also were more likely to have other comorbidities. The 30-day readmission rate in each age group was relatively similar. OPAT in patients over age 80 can have similar 30-day readmission rates as for patients less than 80 years of age Disclosures All authors: No reported disclosures.

scholarly journals TP7.2.14 Long Term Outcome of Patients with Minimally Symptomatic Diverticular Stricture

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_7) ◽  
Author(s):  
P A Jayawardena ◽  
T S Hany ◽  
M R Peris
Keyword(s):  
Diverticular Disease ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
Sigmoid Resection ◽  
Tertiary Referral Hospital ◽  
Term Outcome ◽  
Long Term Outcome ◽  
Diagnosis Of Cancer ◽  
Colorectal Surgeon

Abstract Aims Minimally symptomatic diverticular stricture poses diagnostic and management dilemma for the Colorectal Surgeon. Long term outcome, risk of missing a cancer and complications are not well documented in the literature. This study aims at assessment of outcomes of patients with minimally symptomatic diverticular stricture who were treated conservatively. Methods Retrospective chart review of all patients with confirmed diverticular stricture on endoscopy and imaging scans who had minimal or mild symptoms over a 6-year period from January,2014 to June,2020 in a large tertiary referral hospital. Search methods included diverticular disease with stricture using ICD10 code K57 and K56.6. Outcome measures included complications while on conservative treatment including missed cancer, any subsequent surgery and complications including stomas. Results 29 patients fitted the inclusion criteria, 18 females with median age 75(43-92). Median follow up was 32.5 months (8-93). All had endoscopic and CT imaging confirmation of diverticular stricture. Repeat investigations were recorded as 16 endoscopies in 9 patients and 30 CT scans in 14 patients during follow up. Four patients had at least one episode of diverticulitis; only one underwent emergency surgery at 5 years from diagnosis. 2/29 (6.9%) patients presented with diverticular perforation requiring Hartmann’s procedure. One patient (3%) had elective sigmoid resection with average duration of follow up 29 months (11.5-59) months. There were no missed diagnosis of cancer and no mortality due to diverticular disease. Conclusions In this patient population, diverticular stricture runs a relatively benign course with few complications or surgical intervention during follow up.

scholarly journals EPID-16. INTEGRATION OF EHR AND CANCER REGISTRY DATA TO CONSTRUCT A PEDIATRIC NEURO-ONCOLOGY SURVIVORSHIP COHORT AND IMPROVE LONG-TERM FOLLOW-UP CARE

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (Supplement_3) ◽  
pp. iii322-iii322
Author(s):  
David Noyd ◽  
Claire Howell ◽  
Kevin Oeffinger ◽  
Daniel Landi ◽  
Kristin Schroeder
Keyword(s):  
Cancer Registry ◽  
Late Effects ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Clinic Visit ◽  
Registry Data ◽  
Cancer Registry Data ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Race Ethnicity

Abstract BACKGROUND Pediatric neuro-oncology (PNO) survivors suffer long-term physical and neurocognitive morbidity. Comprehensive care addressing late effects of brain tumors and treatment in these patients is important. Clinical guidelines offer a framework for evaluating late effects, yet lack of extended follow-up is a significant barrier. The electronic health record (EHR) allows novel and impactful opportunities to construct, maintain, and leverage survivorship cohorts for health care delivery and as a platform for research. METHODS This survivorship cohort includes all PNO cases ≤18-years-old reported to the state-mandated cancer registry by our institution. Data mining of the EHR for exposures, demographic, and clinical data identified patients with lack of extended follow-up (&gt;1000 days since last visit). Explanatory variables included age, race/ethnicity, and language. Primary outcome included date of last clinic visit. RESULTS Between January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2018, there were 324 PNO patients reported to our institutional registry with ongoing analysis to identify the specific survivorship cohort. Thirty patients died with an overall mortality of 9.3%. Two-hundred-and-sixteen patients were seen in PNO clinic, of which 18.5%% (n=40) did not receive extended follow-up. Patients without extended follow-up were an average of 3.5 years older up (p&lt;0.01); however, there was no significant difference in preferred language (p=0.97) or race/ethnicity (p=0.57). CONCLUSION Integration of EHR and cancer registry data represents a feasible, timely, and novel approach to construct a PNO survivorship cohort to identify and re-engage patients without extended follow-up. Future applications include analysis of exposures and complications during therapy on late effects outcomes.

Long-Term Anesthetic-Dependent Hypoactivity after Repetitive Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries in Adolescent Mice

2016 ◽  
Vol 38 (3) ◽  
pp. 220-238 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bridgette D. Semple ◽  
Raha Sadjadi ◽  
Jaclyn Carlson ◽  
Yiran Chen ◽  
Duan Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Brain Injuries ◽  
Injury Severity ◽  
Vasogenic Edema ◽  
Head Injuries ◽  
Traumatic Brain Injuries ◽  
Return To Play ◽  
Brain Maturation ◽  
Long Term Outcomes ◽  
Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries

Recent evidence supports the hypothesis that repetitive mild traumatic brain injuries (rmTBIs) culminate in neurological impairments and chronic neurodegeneration, which have wide-ranging implications for patient management and return-to-play decisions for athletes. Adolescents show a high prevalence of sports-related head injuries and may be particularly vulnerable to rmTBIs due to ongoing brain maturation. However, it remains unclear whether rmTBIs, below the threshold for acute neuronal injury or symptomology, influence long-term outcomes. To address this issue, we first defined a very mild injury in adolescent mice (postnatal day 35) as evidenced by an increase in Iba-1- labeled microglia in white matter in the acutely injured brain, in the absence of indices of cell death, axonal injury, and vasogenic edema. Using this level of injury severity and Avertin (2,2,2-tribromoethanol) as the anesthetic, we compared mice subjected to either a single mTBI or 2 rmTBIs, each separated by 48 h. Neurobehavioral assessments were conducted at 1 week and at 1 and 3 months postimpact. Mice subjected to rmTBIs showed transient anxiety and persistent and pronounced hypoactivity compared to sham control mice, alongside normal sensorimotor, cognitive, social, and emotional function. As isoflurane is more commonly used than Avertin in animal models of TBI, we next examined long-term outcomes after rmTBIs in mice that were anesthetized with this agent. However, there was no evidence of abnormal behaviors even with the addition of a third rmTBI. To determine whether isoflurane may be neuroprotective, we compared the acute pathology after a single mTBI in mice anesthetized with either Avertin or isoflurane. Pathological findings were more pronounced in the group exposed to Avertin compared to the isoflurane group. These collective findings reveal distinct behavioral phenotypes (transient anxiety and prolonged hypoactivity) that emerge in response to rmTBIs. Our findings further suggest that selected anesthetics may confer early neuroprotection after rmTBIs, and as such mask long-term abnormal phenotypes that may otherwise emerge as a consequence of acute pathogenesis.

scholarly journals Blood Pressure Variability, Mortality, and Cardiovascular Outcomes in CKD Patients

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 233-240 ◽  
Author(s):  
Francesca Mallamaci ◽  
Giovanni Tripepi ◽  
Graziella D’Arrigo ◽  
Silvio Borrelli ◽  
Carlo Garofalo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Confidence Interval ◽  
Cardiovascular Events ◽  
Prognostic Value ◽  
Clinic Visit ◽  
Hazard Ratio ◽  
Interquartile Range ◽  
Short Term ◽  
End Point

Background and objectivesShort-term BP variability (derived from 24-hour ambulatory BP monitoring) and long-term BP variability (from clinic visit to clinic visit) are directly related to risk for cardiovascular events, but these relationships have been scarcely investigated in patients with CKD, and their prognostic value in this population is unknown.Design, setting, participants, & measurementsIn a cohort of 402 patients with CKD, we assessed associations of short- and long-term systolic BP variability with a composite end point of death or cardiovascular event. Variability was defined as the standard deviation of observed BP measurements. We further tested the prognostic value of these parameters for risk discrimination and reclassification.ResultsMean ± SD short-term systolic BP variability was 12.6±3.3 mm Hg, and mean ± SD long-term systolic BP variability was 12.7±5.1 mm Hg. For short-term BP variability, 125 participants experienced the composite end point over a median follow-up of 4.8 years (interquartile range, 2.3–8.6 years). For long-term BP variability, 110 participants experienced the composite end point over a median follow-up of 3.2 years (interquartile range, 1.0–7.5 years). In adjusted analyses, long-term BP variability was significantly associated with the composite end point (hazard ratio, 1.24; 95% confidence interval, 1.01 to 1.51 per 5-mm Hg higher SD of office systolic BP), but short-term systolic BP variability was not (hazard ratio, 0.92; 95% confidence interval, 0.68 to 1.25 per 5-mm Hg higher SD of 24-hour ambulatory systolic BP). Neither estimate of BP variability improved risk discrimination or reclassification compared with a simple risk prediction model.ConclusionsIn patients with CKD, long-term but not short-term systolic BP variability is related to the risk of death and cardiovascular events. However, BP variability has a limited role for prediction in CKD.

scholarly journals S121. OPUS 20, 20 YEAR FOLLOW-UP ON THE OPUS TRIAL

2020 ◽  
Vol 46 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S81-S82
Author(s):  
Marie Starzer ◽  
Carsten Hjorthøj ◽  
Nikolai Albert ◽  
Merete Nordentoft ◽  
Helene Lund Sørensen
Keyword(s):  
Negative Symptoms ◽  
Participation Rate ◽  
First Episode ◽  
Episode Psychosis ◽  
Health Project ◽  
Gaf Scores ◽  
Positive And Negative Symptoms ◽  
Over Time

Abstract Background Since the first OPUS trial 20 years ago, structured clinical assessments have been collected from a cohort of first episode psychosis patients at 2, 5 and 10 years follow-up. They found that the symptomatology of patients clustered in distinct groups, and they were able to determine stable long-term trajectories of positive and negative symptoms. The Suffolk County Medical health project has followed patients after a first episode psychosis for 20 years. They also found a stable course of trajectories but with an overall significant worsening of symptom severity over time. The 20 year OPUS follow-up will give us the first opportunity to assess the long term outcome in a large representative cohort treated within modern mental health services with treatment available for all. Methods From 1998 to 2000 578 participants were randomized to OPUS or TAU. Baseline characteristics of the cohort were as follows: mean age 26.6 years, 59% were males, 66% had a diagnosis of schizophrenia and 27% had a secondary diagnosis of alcohol or substance abuse At the 20 year follow-up the investigators will be blinded to the original treatment allocation. The patients who wish to participate will be assessed using SAPS, SANS, SCAN, PSP and GAF. Socio-demographic factors and suicidal ideation will be register via self report. Cognitive function will be tested using BACS and all participants will be asked to fill out a number of self-rating questioners including WHO quality of life-BREF, self-perceived health, strengths and difficulties, the parenting scale and self-perceived negative symptoms. Using national Danish registers we can collect information on all former participants regarding the use of psychiatric and general healthcare services, medication, supported housing or homelessness, employment status, substance abuse and mortality. Results The OPUS 20 study started collecting data in Jan 2018. We are attempting to contact as many patients as possible from the 578 participants in the original OPUS cohort. At the time of writing we had included data and attempted contact to 322 participants. Overall 104 people (31,7%) have agreed to participate in the interviews. In the follow-up 10 years ago, the participation-rate was 60% so this is a big drop in participation rate. 41 (14%) have died, 31 (9,5%) were lost due to emigration, homelessness or hidden identity and/or disempowerment. 70 (21,3%) didn’t wish to participate and 76 (23,2%) never responded. Discussion Psychotic disorders and schizophrenia in particular are associated with progressive worsening of symptoms and profound social impairment, and as such are still very stigmatized. Results from the 10 year OPUS follow-up found stable trajectories of positive and negative symptoms over time, with a tendency of reduction and stabilization of positive symptoms but less variation of negative symptoms. They found poor but stable social functioning with a mean GAF score of 55 after 10 years. The Suffolk County mental health project also found stable trajectories of psychopathology measured with SAPS and SANS. They however found progressive worsening of GAF scores declining form 49 points at the beginning to 36 after 20 years. So far we have seen stable GAF scores and SAPS and SANS scores compared to OPUS 10. This gives rise to some optimism about the prognosis for schizophrenia compared to the findings of the Suffolk study. In our study the extensive interviews combined with the data collected form Danish registers give us a unique opportunity to look at the long term course of illness after FEP. The ability to test if previous findings are robust over time will be essential to the development of targeted interventions, differentiated to the needs of different patient groups.

Surgical treatment for intramedullary spinal cord melanocytomas

2008 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eric M. Horn ◽  
Peter Nakaji ◽  
Stephen W. Coons ◽  
Curtis A. Dickman
Keyword(s):  
Spinal Cord ◽  
Chart Review ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
Complete Resection ◽  
Intramedullary Spinal Cord ◽  
Local Infiltration ◽  
Patients Âgés ◽  
Patient Demographics

Spinal meningeal melanocytomas are rare lesions that are histologically benign and can behave aggressively, with local infiltration. The authors present their experience with intramedullary spinal cord melanocytomas consisting of 3 cases, which represents the second largest series in the literature. A retrospective chart review was performed following identification of all spinal melanocytomas treated at the author's institution, based on information obtained from a neuropathology database. The charts were reviewed for patient demographics, surgical procedure, clinical outcome, and long-term tumor progression. Three patients were identified in whom spinal melanocytoma had been diagnosed between 1989 and 2006. The patients' ages were 37, 37, and 48 years, and the location of their tumor was C1–3, T9–10, and T-12, respectively. All 3 had complete resection with no adjuvant radiotherapy during follow-up periods of 16, 38, and 185 months, respectively. One patient demonstrated a recurrence 29 months after resection and the other 2 patients have demonstrated asymptomatic recurrences on imaging studies obtained at 16 and 38 months following resection. With these cases added to the available literature, the evidence strongly suggests that complete resection is the treatment of choice for spinal melanocytomas. Even with complete resection, recurrences are common and close follow-up is needed for the long term in these patients. Radiation therapy should be reserved for those cases in which complete resection is not possible or in which there is recurrence.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Concussion in Quidditch

Neurology ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 93 (14 Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. S21.1-S21
Author(s):  
Michael Pepper ◽  
Jeff Wayland ◽  
Adam Elwood ◽  
Spencer Walser ◽  
Vi Tran ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Head Injury ◽  
Health Effects ◽  
Head Injuries ◽  
Return To Play ◽  
Long Term Effects ◽  
Basic Care ◽  
Significant Burden ◽  
Traditional Sports ◽  
Repetitive Injury

ObjectiveThe aim of our study is to assess the rate of concussion occurring while engaging in nontraditional sports such as Quidditch, and the effects that injury during a novelty sport may have on concussion detection when compared to more traditional sports.BackgroundConcussions, once dismissed as nonconsequential, are rapidly attracting notice for acute and long-term health effects. Rates of recovery with repeated trauma is known to decrease with each occurrence. In novelty sports, regulation of concussions and proper return-to-play(RTP) protocol are not routinely enforced, resulting in repetitive injury to the detriment of players.Design/MethodsIRB approval was obtained prior to survey distribution to all players associated with Major League Quidditch (MLQ). Responses were recorded and analyzed.Results157 responses were received. 63% were male and 37% female with mean age 22.9. 146 (93%) respondents confirmed or denied quidditch-related head injury. 22 (15%) denied head injury and 124 (85%) indicated hitting their heads while participating in the sport. 19% of respondents indicated >10 head injuries. 67 (54%) reported suspected concussion with an additional 41 (33%) reporting formal diagnosis with at least one concussion. EMS reported 18 injuries at MLQ matches. 5 (27.8%) were preliminarily diagnosed with concussion. 3 had no further treatment, 1 RTP and 1 received basic care. 0 recieved formal neurologic evaluation. Players were also asked about head injuries sustained in non-quidditch activities for comparison. 43 (27%) reported having medically diagnosed concussions outside of quidditch. 53 (34%) reported at least one suspected concussion without formal diagnosis. 24 (15%) answered maybe.ConclusionsOur data supports that concussion is a significant burden in novelty sports such as quidditch. It is vital to recognize that with the rise of nontraditional sports, the prevalence of concussions in younger nontraditional athletes may be underreported and that concussion specialists must be cognizant of both traditional and novelty sports when evaluating long term effects of head trauma.

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