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Alcohol-related trauma presentations among older teenagers.

Biswadev MitraHayley BallGeorgina LauEvan SymonsMark Christopher Fitzgerald
Published in: Emergency medicine Australasia : EMA (2022)
A substantial proportion of older teenagers included in the registry had alcohol exposure prior to trauma. Despite a modest down-trending incidence, the need for continuing preventive measures is emphasised. In particular, preventive efforts should be targeted at male, older teenagers undertaking drinking activities on weekend days and driving motor vehicles.
Keyphrases
  • alcohol consumption
  • community dwelling
  • middle aged
  • physical activity
  • trauma patients
  • risk factors
  • quality improvement
  • medical education