Toward Complete, Candid, and Unbiased International Consensus Statements on Concussion in Sport

J Law Med Ethics. 2021;49(3):372-377. doi: 10.1017/jme.2021.56.

Abstract

Five international consensus statements on concussion in sports have been published. This commentary argues that there is a strong need for a new approach to them that foregrounds public health expertise and patient-centered guidance. Doing so will help players, parents and practitioners keep perspective about these potentially life-altering injuries especially when they recur.

Keywords: Concussion; Consensus Statements; Disclosure; Informed Consent; Sports Medicine.

MeSH terms

  • Athletic Injuries* / diagnosis
  • Brain Concussion* / diagnosis
  • Consensus
  • Humans
  • Sports Medicine*
  • Sports*