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Chronic traumatic encephalopathy concern — MRCGP AKT MCQ

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A 40-year-old former contact-sport athlete reports mood change and memory concerns years after retirement. He asks for a definitive living diagnosis of chronic traumatic encephalopathy. What is the most appropriate management?

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Correct answer: A — Assess symptoms and risks, and refer for appropriate neurological or mental health review

Concerns after repetitive head impacts require careful assessment of mood, cognition, sleep and neurological disease. CTE cannot be definitively diagnosed clinically in the same way as an acute concussion. The priority is appropriate evaluation and management of treatable conditions.

Reference: BJSM Amsterdam consensus 2023; IOC