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This version was machine-translated from German and has not been medically reviewed. The authoritative version is the German version.

PECARN Pediatric Head Injury Rule

Risk of clinically important brain injury after mild traumatic brain injury (GCS 14–15) – under and from 2 years

Child
Under 2 years – high risk
Under 2 years – intermediate risk
From 2 years – high risk
From 2 years – intermediate risk

Calculation aid for healthcare professionals: the calculator reproduces what the sources cited assign to the inputs. Clinical assessment and every treatment decision remain with the treating physician. Inputs and results are not stored.