In 252 mild traumatic brain injury patients seen at 3 level I centers that were given the Rivermead Post Concussion Symptoms Questionnaire within 24 hours of arrival, 3 month post concussive symptoms were significantly correlated with their score on the questionnaire. This questionnaire take 3 minutes to complete. This may be helpful in prognosticating who will have post-concussive symptoms and who will need additional follow up.
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Use of In-Hospital Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Symptom Checklist Within 24 Hours of Injury to Predict 3-Month Symptom Outcome
