Injuries Sustained With Falls From Height in Crossing the United States-Mexico Border at a Level I Trauma Center: A Prospective Cohort Study.

Injuries associated with border crossings and falls from height were serious and increased in frequency. As the US policy on border security evolves, surgeons in these regions should be prepared to handle the associated injuries and sequelae. Prevention of these serious and debilitating injuries should be undertaken to decrease the burden of disease.