May 6, 2026 · British journal of sports medicine · DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2025-110330

Mini Symptom Index Tool plus modified Vestibular-Ocular Motor Screening (mSIT Plus) for acute concussion identification: findings from the NCAA-DoD CARE Consortium

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The study aimed to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of the Sport Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT) by developing a mini Symptom Index Tool (mSIT) and assessing the utility of additional examinations for acute concussion identification. Results indicated that the mSIT significantly improved the area under the curve (AUC), sensitivity, and specificity compared to the original SCAT, and when combined with the modified Vestibular/Ocular Motor Screening (mVOMS), further enhanced diagnostic accuracy. The authors recommend using the mSIT and mVOMS for a more efficient and effective concussion evaluation.

Lauren Teresa Rooks, Paul F Pasquina, Steven Broglio, Thomas McAllister, Michael McCrea, Nicholas Port, CARE Consortium Investigators

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