Infant Scalp Score

Key Points

• The aim is to quantify the risk of traumatic brain injury in infants with head injuries to guide imaging decisions.
• Developed a risk calculator for head injuries in infants.
• Targeted infants under 12 months of age.
• Utilized clinical data and decision-making frameworks.
• The calculator provides a clear risk assessment for traumatic brain injury.
• It highlights cases where imaging might be unnecessary in younger infants.
• Demonstrates applicability beyond the broader PECARN decision rule.