Epidemiology, patterns, and mechanisms of pediatric trauma: a review of 12,508 patients.
Raffael CinteanAlexander EickhoffJasmin ZiegerFlorian GebhardKonrad SchützePublished in: European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society (2022)
Despite of higher risk, severe injuries in children are rare. Minor injuries and single fractures are common. Treatment should be managed in specialized centers to ensure an interdisciplinary care and fast recovery. Peak times in the late afternoon and evening and summer months should be taken into consideration of personnel planning.