Post-traumatic dizziness or vertigo is one of the major complaints following head (Davies and Luxon 1995; Luxon 1996) or whiplash injuries (Oosterveld et al. 1991), not only in adults but also in children (Fried 1980; Vartainen et al. 1985). It accounts for increasing numbers of medicolegal claims.
Thomas Brandt
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Penetrating neck injuries [PDF]
The incidence of penetrating and lacerated neck injuries has been rising in recent decades largely because of urban violence. Injury to the neck frequently results in multiple regional injuries and in addition poses serious threat to vital structures in the neck.From 1999 to 2005, forty-two cases of penetrating neck injuries which were treated in our ...
Prashanth Kumar+4 more
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Facing Facts: Facial Injuries from Stand-up Electric Scooters [PDF]
Background Stand-up electric scooters (SES) are a popular public transportation method. Numerous safety concerns have arisen since their recent introduction.
Alwani, Mohamedkazim+7 more
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Penetrating neck injury with consequential thoracic complications managed with use of video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery: A case report [PDF]
Introduction. Penetrating injuries of the neck are potentially life-threatening conditions. They can cause injuries of larynx, trachea, esophagus and major blood vessels in this area. Case report.
Vešović Nataša+7 more
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Background: Penetrating neck injuries are common problem in our country due to increasing violence, terrorist bombing and military operations. These injuries are potentially life threating and need great attention and proper management.
Khalid D. Al-Assal+2 more
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Characteristics and Outcomes of Patients with Bicycle-Related Injuries at a Regional Trauma Center in Korea [PDF]
Purpose We analyzed the characteristics and outcomes of patients with bicycle-related injuries at a regional trauma center in northern Gyeonggi Province as a first step toward the development of improved prevention measures and treatments.
Yoonhyun Lee+6 more
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Epidemiology of Acute Injuries in Surfing: Type, Location, Mechanism, Severity, and Incidence: A Systematic Review [PDF]
Prospective and retrospective studies have examined traumatic injuries within competitive and recreational surfers worldwide using online surveys and health care facility (HCF; e.g., hospital, emergency department, medical record) data.
Climstein, Mike+3 more
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New recommendations for self-locking barriers to reduce skin injuries in dairy cows
The design of self-locking barriers can affect cows’ skin injuries and impair welfare. This study aimed to propose and refine recommendations, expressed relatively to the cows’ dimensions, for self-locking barrier design to reduce risks for skin injuries
R. Lardy+5 more
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Clinical Analysis of the Patients with Isolated Low-Velocity Penetrating Neck Injury [PDF]
Purpose Although there has been substantial progress for the treatment of thoracic trauma, the mortality of the penetrating neck injury is still high, has been reported about 10–15%. However, there has not been a report which is reflecting Korean medical
Junepill Seok, Hyun Min Cho
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Seatbelt use and risk of major injuries sustained by vehicle occupants during motor-vehicle crashes: A systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies [PDF]
BackgroundIn 2004, a World Health Report on road safety called for enforcement of measures such as seatbelt use, effective at minimizing morbidity and mortality caused by road traffic accidents.
A Akobeng+53 more
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