In dieser kleinen Fallserie wurden Fußballer begleitet, die eine Demenz erlitten. Bei 6 wurde das Gehirn post-mortem untersucht und 4/6 hatten Zeichen einer chronisch-traumatischen Enzephalopathie (CTE). (4/8) https://t.co/dotkLyUu5H https://t.co/Yznc4bQx80
Mixed pathologies including chronic traumatic encephalopathy account for dementia in retired association football (soccer) players.
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The posts show a recognition of the research's significance, such as references to post-mortem findings and previous studies, with some comments expressing frustration about how the topic is overlooked, which underscores a moderate level of engagement and perceived impact.
Most posters acknowledge the findings, with some emphasizing existing studies and the connection between head impacts in soccer and neurological damage.
The discussions reflect moderate interest, with posters engaging in detailed references and some frustration over lack of attention from the broader community.
Participants cite specific studies and share insights about neuropathology, indicating active and thoughtful engagement.
Comments highlight the potential importance of the research in raising awareness and influencing perceptions of safety in soccer.
Abstract in brief
- Repetitive head impacts from playing professional football can lead to chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a serious neurological condition associated with dementia and motor issues.
- A study followed 14 retired football players with dementia, revealing that most experienced significant cognitive decline, with an average onset age of 63.6 years and a typical disease duration of 10 years.
- Post-mortem examinations confirmed CTE in some participants, highlighting the connection between long-term exposure to head trauma in football and the development of neurodegenerative diseases like CTE and Alzheimer's.
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@robbopalmer @DawnAstle9 @chris_sutton73 Plenty of studies already including Ling etc al Mixed pathologies including chronic traumatic encephalopathy account for dementia in retired association football (soccer) players. Acta Neuropathol. Just no one listening
@spelersvakbond @VGouttebarge @telegraaf @FIFPro @elevchenko Ik lees: https://t.co/MnOBT7bzhD en in Fitness & Exercise News: Heading Soccer Ball Linked to Brain Injury en in: Clinicopathological Evaluation of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy in Players of American Football dat koppen wel degelijk risicovol is
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@pYranhia @docsteinmetz @MoseyMoss @wznkm @watch_union https://t.co/nzx93C92BT
RT @BotaIntensiv: In dieser kleinen Fallserie wurden Fußballer begleitet, die eine Demenz erlitten. Bei 6 wurde das Gehirn post-mortem unte…
In dieser kleinen Fallserie wurden Fußballer begleitet, die eine Demenz erlitten. Bei 6 wurde das Gehirn post-mortem untersucht und 4/6 hatten Zeichen einer chronisch-traumatischen Enzephalopathie (CTE). (4/8) https://t.co/dotkLyUu5H https://t.co/Yznc4bQx80
@robbopalmer @DawnAstle9 @chris_sutton73 Plenty of studies already including Ling etc al Mixed pathologies including chronic traumatic encephalopathy account for dementia in retired association football (soccer) players. Acta Neuropathol. Just no one listening
@spelersvakbond @VGouttebarge @telegraaf @FIFPro @elevchenko Ik lees: https://t.co/MnOBT7bzhD en in Fitness & Exercise News: Heading Soccer Ball Linked to Brain Injury en in: Clinicopathological Evaluation of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy in Players of American Football dat koppen wel degelijk risicovol is
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