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Radiological Correlates of Head Injuries in School-Level Rugby Union: A 10-Year Retrospective Cross-Sectional

Riaan van Tonder¹, Hofmeyr Viljoen², Christelle Ackermann³

¹Division of Radiodiagnosis, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa. 13139614@sun.ac.za.

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Computed tomography (CT) has limited use for diagnosing sport-related concussions (SRC) in young rugby players, often missing injuries. Clinical assessment remains crucial, and low-dose CT protocols are recommended to minimize radiation exposure.

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Area of Science:

Sports Medicine
Radiology
Pediatric Traumatology

Background:

Sport-related concussion (SRC) is prevalent in youth rugby, posing a significant injury burden.
Computed tomography (CT) is frequently used for head injuries in young athletes, exposing them to ionizing radiation.
Concerns exist regarding the long-term neurological effects of SRC and repetitive head impacts.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and correlate imaging findings of head injuries in school-level rugby players.
To compare imaging data from public and private healthcare services.

Main Methods:

A descriptive, retrospective cross-sectional correlational study was conducted from 2014-2023.
Anonymized data from radiological information systems were analyzed, including participant demographics, imaging modality, findings, and SRC status.
Descriptive and comparative statistics were used to analyze public and private datasets.

Main Results:

369 cases were identified; 78% of participants (mean age 15) were clinically diagnosed with SRC.
CT was performed in 94% of cases, revealing abnormal findings in only 14% of SRC diagnoses.
Craniofacial fractures (28) and intracranial injuries (19) were the most common CT findings; CT sensitivity for SRC was 14%.

Conclusions:

CT has limited utility for SRC diagnosis, primarily detecting craniofacial fractures or surgical emergencies.
Clinical assessment is the cornerstone for diagnosing SRC in young rugby players.
Optimizing CT protocols to low-dose guidelines is essential for mitigating radiation risks in pediatric patients.