Injury
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This study aimed to assess the clinical epidemiological characteristics of children with electrical injuries and discuss the countermeasures for the prevention of electrical injuries in children. ⋯ Male preschoolers accounted for the majority of electrical injury cases, and these accidents mostly happened in household electrical appliances and household battery cars. Overall, it is necessary to improve family electrical safety education and reinforce protective measures against electric injury to children.
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Major traumatic injury in the pediatric population requires further evaluation to improve patient outcomes. Relatively few Canadian studies have investigated pediatric trauma using population-based data. Our objectives were to describe the epidemiology of pediatric major trauma in Nova Scotia and identify factors associated with in-hospital mortality. ⋯ Pediatric trauma remains a major public health issue in Canada and beyond. Greater efforts are required to expand our understanding of trauma epidemiology and develop targeted injury prevention strategies, especially for rural inhabitants.
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There is a lack of knowledge regarding the functional outcomes of patients after trauma. Remote areas in Norway has been associated with an increased risk of trauma-related mortality. However, it is unknown how this might influence trauma-related morbidity. The aim of this study was to assess the functional outcomes of patients in the Norwegian trauma population and the relationship between prehospital time and urban-remote disparities on functional outcome. ⋯ The majority of trauma patients admitted to a trauma hospital in Norway were discharged with minimal change in functional outcome. Patients with severe injuries (NISS > 15) and patients with injuries from falls experienced the greatest decline in function. Every minute increase in total prehospital time was linked to an increased likelihood of moderate disability in children and adults. Furthermore, incurring injuries in urban areas was found to be associated with higher odds of moderate disability in all age groups, while remote areas were found to be associated with higher odds of severe disability or vegetative state in elderly patients.
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Comparative Study
Evaluation of chronic perilunate dislocations: A comparative study of single-stage, two-stage ORIF, and salvage procedures.
This study aims to evaluate the outcomes of open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) for chronic perilunate dislocations using single-stage, two-stage, and salvage procedures. The study also compares these approaches with each other and with results from existing literature. ⋯ 4.
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Finger nerve injuries have a significant impact on hand function and can result in reduced sensation, pain and impaired coordination. The socioeconomic implications of these injuries include decreased workplace productivity, reduced earning potential, and financial burdens associated with long-term medical treatment and rehabilitation. However, there is a lack of comprehensive literature regarding the incidence, mechanisms, and associated injuries of finger nerve lesions. ⋯ Finger nerve injuries are the most prevalent type of nerve injury, often resulting from small lacerations. These injuries have substantial societal costs and can lead to prolonged sick leave. Understanding the epidemiology and etiology of finger nerve injuries is crucial for implementing effective preventive measures. Accompanying tendon injuries and the anatomical location of the nerve lesions can impact sensory recovery and treatment outcomes. Proper management of peripheral finger nerve lesions is essential for optimizing functional outcomes and minimizing the impact on daily activities. Treatment options should be tailored to the severity and underlying cause of the nerve injury.