The COVID-19 pandemic reduced the trauma incidence and modified its pattern in Al-Ain City, United Arab Emirates.

David Olukolade AlaoArif Alper CevikYasin Jemal YasinThiagarajan JaiganeshFikri Abu-Zidan

Published in: European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society (2022)

The COVID-19 pandemic has modified the trauma risk exposure in our population. It reduced trauma hospital admissions by around 27%. Work-related injuries, including falling objects and machinery injuries, were relatively higher during the pandemic. Prevention of work-related injuries should be an important component of preparedness for future pandemics.

Keyphrases

trauma patients
sars cov
public health
coronavirus disease
risk factors
current status
community dwelling