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Minimal Head Trauma in Children Revisited:Is Routine Hospitalization Required
Pediatrics 101:575-577, Roddy,S.P.,et al, 1998
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Article Abstract
Children undergoing emergency department work-up of occult head injury,who have a normal CNS exam and a normal head CT scan,do not seem to be at risk for significant CNS sequelae.These patients can be discharged home with parental supervision and avoid unnecessary and costly hospitalization.
 
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