Repetitive Head Impacts and CTE: Updates on Diagnostic Criteria and Pathology-Session Presentation

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Video Summary

The video provides information on chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and traumatic encephalopathy syndrome (TES). Dr. Dan Daneshmar discusses the pathologic diagnosis of CTE, emphasizing the role of abnormal tau protein in inducing changes in neighboring neurons. Dr. Bob Stern highlights the risk factors for CTE, including repetitive head impacts and the age of first exposure to such impacts. Dr. Doug Katz focuses on the clinical features of CTE, now referred to as TES, and the recently published diagnostic criteria for TES. He emphasizes the need for accurate diagnostic criteria to improve clinical management. Overall, the video emphasizes the importance of understanding and studying CTE and TES to better diagnose, treat, and manage individuals with these conditions. Proper diagnostic criteria and further research are needed to advance our knowledge and improve patient care.<br /><br />Credits: <br /><br />- Dr. Dan Daneshmar: Expert on the pathologic diagnosis of CTE and tau protein's role<br />- Dr. Bob Stern: Expert on risk factors for CTE and the impact of repetitive head impacts<br />- Dr. Doug Katz: Expert on the clinical features of CTE and the recently published diagnostic criteria for TES

Keywords

chronic traumatic encephalopathy

CTE

traumatic encephalopathy syndrome

TES

abnormal tau protein

pathologic diagnosis

neighboring neurons

risk factors

repetitive head impacts

age of first exposure

clinical features

diagnostic criteria