Non-orthopaedic paediatric trauma in a regional hospital

J. Shabbir, M. A. Shah, A. Nissar, M. Clarke-Moloney, E. G. Kavanagh, J. Drumm, P. A. Grace

Research output: Contribution to journalReview articlepeer-review

Abstract

Background: In the Republic of Ireland there are no paediatric surgeons outside Dublin. Most paediatric trauma is managed in general hospitals by general or orthopaedic surgeons. Aim: In this study we audited our experience with paediatric trauma in a regional setting. Methods: We carried out a retrospective review of all non-orthopaedic paediatric trauma patients admitted to our institution over a two-year period. The method of injury, management and outcome were recorded and the TRISS (revised trauma injury severity score) method was used to calculate the probability of survival. Results: One hundred and fifty four paediatric patients were admitted following trauma. Falls, RTAs and burns were the commonest reasons for admission. Twenty nine of these patients (19%) required surgical procedures. There were no unexpected deaths. Conclusion: The majority of paediatric trauma admissions were for minor injuries. A number of seriously injured children were successfully treated with no unexpected deaths.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)23-27
Number of pages5
JournalIrish Journal of Medical Science
Volume174
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2005
Externally publishedYes

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Non-orthopaedic paediatric trauma in a regional hospital'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this