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Yaqoob U, Dhakal R, Karki D, Ghimire S, Ahmed N, Awan T T. Traumatic Brain Injuries in Male Soccer Players. Iran J Neurosurg 2024; 10 : 14
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Uzair Yaqoob * 
1, Roshan Dhakal2 , Deeven Karki3 , Sujha Ghimire2 , Naveed Ahmed4 , Tabeer Tanwir Awan5
1, Roshan Dhakal2 , Deeven Karki3 , Sujha Ghimire2 , Naveed Ahmed4 , Tabeer Tanwir Awan5
1- Postgraduate surgical trainee, Department of Neurosurgery, Civil Hospital, SMBB Trauma Centre, Karachi, Pakistan , ozair_91393@hotmail.com
2- Medical Officer, Nepal Medical College, Attarkhel, Kathmandu, Nepal
3- Medical officer, Nepal Medical College, Attarkhel, Kathmandu, Nepal
4- Postgraduate Surgical Trainee, Hamdard University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
5- Research Associate, Dow Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Karachi, Pakistan
2- Medical Officer, Nepal Medical College, Attarkhel, Kathmandu, Nepal
3- Medical officer, Nepal Medical College, Attarkhel, Kathmandu, Nepal
4- Postgraduate Surgical Trainee, Hamdard University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
5- Research Associate, Dow Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Karachi, Pakistan
Abstract: (274 Views)
Background and Aim: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a significant concern, often referred to as a "silent pandemic" due to its high prevalence and limited public awareness. This study explores TBIs in soccer, focusing on incidence, contact mechanisms, player positions, and the impact of injuries.
Methods and Materials/Patients: The authors went through PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases. The publications from the last two decades were considered. This review evaluates various leagues, including the German Bundesliga, American Soccer League, and the English Premier League (EPL), to analyze TBI occurrences and associated symptoms.
Results: Concussions were the most common type of TBIs in soccer players. Head-to-head contact mechanism with an aerial challenge during play frequently causes a concussion. Defensive and midfield players were suffering from TBIs more because they are defined to perform more "distance headers". Dizziness and headache were the frequent symptoms seen in soccer players. Medical staff is suggested to make a precise and timely diagnosis of probable injury, with educating the members by the latest guidelines.
Conclusion: Early injury diagnosis is crucial, and everyone involved, including officials, coaches, players, and medical personnel, must be aware of this issue. More research is necessary to develop preventive measures and management strategies prioritizing player safety.
Article number: 14
Keywords: Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), Soccer, Concussions, Preventive measures, Head-to-head contact
Type of Study: Review |
Subject:
Neurotrauma
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