Patterns of Injury and Mortality in Free-fall Trauma Patients
- Conditions
- Trauma
- Registration Number
- NCT04147364
- Lead Sponsor
- National Taiwan University Hospital
- Brief Summary
In this study, the investigator aimed to analyze the demographic characteristics, patterns of injury and mortality after free fall in a Taiwan level one trauma center.
- Detailed Description
Falls from height is the leading cause of accidental deaths. The mechanism of free-fall injury is abrupt vertical deceleration and the severity is dependent on the height, body weight, posture and contact area...etc. Most victims presented to emergency department with major trauma, so initial evaluation and timely management are crucial for the survival. The knowledge of unique pattern of injuries helps clinicians to facilitate the diagnosis. In this study, the investigator aimed to analyze the demographic characteristics, patterns of injury and mortality after free fall in a Taiwan level one trauma center.
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- UNKNOWN
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 200
- adult patients with free-fall trauma
- adult patients with free-fall trauma, not relating with traffic accidents
Study & Design
- Study Type
- OBSERVATIONAL
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method patterns of injury and causes of mortality one month patterns of injury and causes of mortality in free-fall patients
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
National Taiwan University Hospital Emergency Department
🇨🇳Taipei, Taiwan