Epidemiology of firearm injuries in Sweden.

Karolina NybergerEva-Corina CaragounisPauline DjerfCarl Magnus Wahlgren

Published in: European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society (2021)

This nationwide study shows an annual increase of firearm-related injuries and fatalities. Firearm injuries affect people of all ages but more frequently young males in major cities. One in six patients succumbed from their injuries within 30 days with most deaths occurring within 24 h of hospital admission. Given the impact of firearm-related injuries on society additional research on a national level is critical.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
emergency department
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
quality improvement
patient reported outcomes
middle aged