Injury patterns and severity among hospitalized motorcyclists: a comparison of younger and older riders.
Annu Proc Assoc Adv Automot Med
; 50: 237-49, 2006.
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| ID: mdl-16968640
ABSTRACT
In recent years there has been a significant increase in mortality among motorcyclists, especially older riders (40+ years). However, few studies have compared the nature and severity of injuries sustained by older vs. younger cyclists. The purpose of this analysis was to determine differences, if any, in injury patterns to older vs. younger motorcyclists and to explore rider, vehicle, and environmental factors associated with these differences. Older riders were found to have a significantly higher incidence of thoracic injury, especially multiple thoracic injuries, and specifically multiple rib fractures. Older motorcyclists were also more likely to ride larger motorcycles, and were more involved in collisions involving overturning or striking highway structures. Large engine sizes were associated with increased risk of head and thoracic injuries, but not abdominal injuries. The magnitude of increased risks related to 1000+ cc engine size was higher among older motorcyclists than younger motorcyclists.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Ferimentos e Lesões
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Motocicletas
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Acidentes de Trânsito
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Escala de Gravidade do Ferimento
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Pacientes Internados
Limite:
Adult
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Humans
País/Região como assunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2006
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Article