AOSSM/AAOS Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Review Course-Medical Issues: Head/Concussion/Dental/Eye/Abdominal/Injections

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The video was a lecture on various topics related to sports medicine. The speaker discussed head injuries, including concussions, as well as dental injuries, eye injuries, abdominal injuries, and injections. They provided information on the different types of head injuries, focusing on the distinction between focal head injuries caused by blunt trauma and diffuse head injuries, commonly associated with concussions. They emphasized the need for proper diagnosis and management of concussions and the importance of recognizing more severe brain injuries. The speaker also discussed dental injuries, including fractures and avulsions, and provided guidance on when urgent dental referral is necessary. They mentioned eye injuries, such as corneal abrasions and orbital fractures, and explained the appropriate diagnostic and treatment approaches. The lecture covered abdominal injuries, such as rectus sheath hematomas and splenic ruptures, and highlighted the symptoms and management strategies for these injuries. The speaker also touched on the use of corticosteroid injections, visco-supplements, platelet-rich plasma, and mesenchymal stem cells in sports medicine. They discussed the potential side effects and effectiveness of these treatments. References were provided at the end of the video.

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James R. Borchers, MD

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Author James R. Borchers, MD

Date August 10, 2019

Title Medical Issues: Head/Concussion/Dental/Eye/Abdominal/Injections

Keywords

sports medicine

head injuries

concussions

dental injuries

eye injuries

abdominal injuries

injections

diagnosis and management

severe brain injuries