Utility of Pupillary Light Reflex Metrics as a Physiologic Biomarker for Adolescent Sport-Related Concussion.

Christina L Master, Olivia E Podolak, Kenneth J Ciuffreda, Kristina B Metzger, Nabin R Joshi, Catherine C McDonald, Susan S Margulies, Matthew F Grady, Kristy B Arbogast

November 2020 JAMA Ophthalmol

Synopsis of Social media discussions

Discussions highlight the significance of pupillometry as a promising tool, with expressions such as 'may be a fast, portable, objective biomarker,' reflecting optimism and the potential for practical implementation. The tone ranges from enthusiastic affirmations like 'so excited,' to thoughtful inquiries about how this approach could change diagnosis, illustrating a mix of interest and recognition of the study’s importance.

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Agreement
 Moderate agreement

Most discussions support the research, emphasizing its potential and relevance, as seen in comments like 'pupillometry may be a fast, portable, objective physiological biomarker.'

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Interest
 High level of interest

Posts demonstrate high curiosity and enthusiasm about the study's findings, with phrases like 'so excited about this work' and questions like 'Are eyes a window to the brain?'

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Engagement
 High engagement

Several discussions go beyond surface-level mentions, referencing the methods, practical applications, and implications, indicating deep engagement.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

While some posts highlight the potential for clinical diagnostics, the overall perception leans towards the belief that this research could significantly influence adolescent concussion management, but the reactions suggest it's still early to judge full

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Abstract Synopsis

  • The study explored how the pupillary light reflex (PLR), which involves pupil size changes in response to light, can serve as an objective biomarker for diagnosing sport-related concussion in adolescents, addressing the lack of measurable diagnostic tests for this age group.
  • Researchers measured various PLR parameters—such as pupil size, constriction/dilation speeds, and times—about 120 days after injury in both concussed athletes and healthy controls, finding significant differences in eight out of nine metrics, with concussed individuals showing increased pupil diameters and faster constriction.
  • These findings suggest that PLR metrics could potentially be used to objectively identify concussions in adolescents, providing a physiologic tool to complement clinical assessments.