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Giovannini E, Santelli S, Pelletti G, Bonasoni MP, Innocenti M, Pelotti S, Fais P. Bicycle injuries: A systematic review for forensic evaluation. Forensic Sci Int 2024; 359:112027. [PMID: 38677158 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/29/2024]
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Bicycles are employed as means of transportation across various age groups, from young students to the elderly, for work, education, health, and leisure trips. Despite not achieving high speeds, bicyclists remain vulnerable to severe and even fatal injuries when they are involved in traffic accidents. Although the rising awareness of ecological issues and traffic law enforcement mean that cyclists are increasingly susceptible to road traffic crashes and injuries. Injuries resulting from a traffic accident involving cyclists can show distinct and specific characteristics depending on the manner of occurrence. The aim of this study is to provide a systematic review of the literature on injuries sustained in cyclists involved in road accidents describing and analysing elements useful for forensic assessment. The literature search was performed using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science from January 1970 to March 2023. Eligible studies have investigated issues of interest to forensic medicine about traffic accidents involving bicycles. A total of 128 studies satisfied the inclusion criteria and were categorized and analyzed according to the anatomical regions of the body affected (head, neck, thoraco-abdominal, and limb injuries), and the assessment of lesions in reconstruction of the bicycle accident was examined and discussed. This review highlights that injuries resulting from a traffic accident involving cyclists can show distinct and specific characteristics depending on the manner of occurrence and the energy levels involved in the crash. The assessment of injuries offers valuable insights that integrated with circumstantial and engineering data perform the reconstruction of accident dynamics.
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- Elena Giovannini
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Unit of Legal Medicine, University of Bologna,, Via Irnerio 49, Bologna 40126, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Unit of Legal Medicine, University of Bologna,, Via Irnerio 49, Bologna 40126, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Unit of Legal Medicine, University of Bologna,, Via Irnerio 49, Bologna 40126, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Unit of Legal Medicine, University of Bologna,, Via Irnerio 49, Bologna 40126, Italy.
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Unit of Legal Medicine, University of Bologna,, Via Irnerio 49, Bologna 40126, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Unit of Legal Medicine, University of Bologna,, Via Irnerio 49, Bologna 40126, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, Unit of Legal Medicine, University of Bologna,, Via Irnerio 49, Bologna 40126, Italy
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Clough RA, Platt E, Cole E, Wilson M, Aylwin C. Major trauma among E-Scooter and bicycle users: a nationwide cohort study. Inj Prev 2023; 29:121-125. [PMID: 36854628 PMCID: PMC10086502 DOI: 10.1136/ip-2022-044722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/13/2022] [Indexed: 03/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To determine the incidence, demographics and injury patterns involved in E-Scooter-related hospital admissions due to significant trauma compared with bicycle-related trauma within England and Wales. To compare morbidity and mortality between groups. DESIGN A retrospective cohort study based on data which has been prospectively collected and submitted to the UK Trauma Audit and Research Network (TARN) registry. SETTING Major trauma centres and trauma units within England and Wales. PARTICIPANTS Patients of any age who were admitted to hospitals in England and Wales with injuries following E-Scooter or bicycle incidents between the dates 1 January 2021-31 December 2021. All patients must have met TARN database inclusion criteria. OUTCOMES In-hospital mortality, critical care admission and length of stay (LoS), hospital LoS and discharge destination. RESULTS There were 293 E-Scooter trauma incidents compared with 2538 bicycle incidents. E-Scooter users were more likely to be admitted to a major trauma centre (p=0.019) or a critical care unit (p<0.001). Serious head and limb trauma (Abbreviated Injury Scale >2) occurred more frequently among the E-Scooter cohort (35.2% vs 19.7%, p<0.001 and 39.9% vs 27.2%, p<0.001, respectively) while serious chest and pelvic trauma were greater among bicycle users (p<0.001 and p=0.003, respectively). Over one-third of E-Scooter injuries were incurred outside the current legislation by patients who were intoxicated by alcohol and drugs (26%, 75/293) or under the age of 17 (14%, 41/293). CONCLUSIONS These early results suggest a greater relative incidence of serious trauma and an alternative pattern of injury among E-Scooter users compared with bicycles. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER TARN210101.
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- Department of Major Trauma, St Marys Hospital, London, UK
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- Centre for Trauma Sciences, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Neurosurgeries, Emergencies & Trauma, Division of Medicine, St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Centre for Trauma Sciences, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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Jansen RJ, Varotto SF. Caught in the blind spot of a truck: A choice model on driver glance behavior towards cyclists at intersections. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2022; 174:106759. [PMID: 35809421 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2022.106759] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2022] [Revised: 06/07/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Vulnerable road users (VRUs) constitute an increasing proportion of the annual road fatalities across Europe. One of the crash types involved in these fatalities are blind spot crashes between trucks and bicyclists. Despite the presence of mandatory blind spot mirrors, truck drivers are often reported to have overlooked the presence of a bicyclist. This raises the question if and when truck drivers check their blind spot mirrors for the presence of bicyclists, and which factors contribute to such glance behavior. The current study presents the results of an analysis of naturalistic glance behavior by 39 truck drivers in 1,903 right-turning maneuvers at urban intersections, where in each maneuver there was a chance of crossing the path of a bicyclist. The descriptive analysis revealed that most often truck drivers did not cast a glance upon their blind spot mirrors as recommended by the examination guidelines. Furthermore, a choice model was developed with the main factors that have an impact on glance behavior. Drivers were more likely to glance with a priority regulation that allowed conflicts, with lower speed limits, with zebra crossings, without cyclist facilities, without a lead vehicle making the same maneuver, in presence of VRUs, without adverse sight conditions, in lower age groups, without certain non-driving related activities, when driving a truck with more direct vision on VRUs, and without a camera providing a view on the blind spot, and with less time between a standstill and starting the maneuver. Three factors did not significantly improve the choice model and were therefore left out, despite showing significant effects in bivariate tests: intersection layout (e.g., three vs. four legs), presence of advanced stopping lanes, and visual obstruction. Implications of the choice model are discussed for driver education (in terms of timely glances, reducing inattention, and hazard anticipation) and vehicle design (in terms of direct vision).
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- Reinier J Jansen
- SWOV Institute for Road Safety Research, P.O. Box 93113, 2509 AC The Hague, the Netherlands.
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- SWOV Institute for Road Safety Research, P.O. Box 93113, 2509 AC The Hague, the Netherlands; Transport and Mobility Laboratory, School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Station 18, 1015 Lausanne, Switzerland.
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Preventive strategies, exercises and rehabilitation of hand neuropathy in cyclists: A systematic review. J Hand Ther 2022; 35:164-173. [PMID: 34972607 DOI: 10.1016/j.jht.2021.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2021] [Revised: 11/05/2021] [Accepted: 11/13/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Recreation, transportation and sport are the most common uses of bicycles. Unfortunately, repetitive bicycle use can also cause injuries, such as osteoarticular direct and undirect traumatisms and sometimes compression nerve entrapment caused by an extrinsic compressive force. PURPOSE The aim of the study is to define diagnostic process, preventive strategies, and treatment of ulnar and median neuropathies in cyclists. STUDY DESIGN Systematic review. METHODS A search was conducted on PubMed, EMBASE, the Cochrane Library, and Web of Science. Two reviewers independently reviewed articles and came to a consensus about which ones to include. The authors excluded all duplicates, articles involving individuals with other sport-related injuries than cycling, and articles unrelated to peripheral neuropathies. Articles were included if hand palsy was due to peripheral compression of ulnar or median nerve in cyclists. RESULTS The search identified 15,371 articles with the keywords "Peripheral Nervous System Diseases" OR "neuropathy" OR "ulnar palsy" OR "median palsy" AND "bicycling" OR "bike" OR "bicycle" OR "cyclist". The reviewers analyzed 48 full texts. There were 20 publications that met the criteria and were included in the systematic review. These articles were used to describe the main methods used for diagnosis, prevention and treatment of hand neuropathy of cyclists. CONCLUSION Despite the range of treatment available for peripheral neuropathies, a unique and common protocol is lacking on this specific topic. For this reason, we delineate a definitive recovery protocol to show the best therapeutic methodologies present in the current literature. Preventive strategies, period of rest since the beginning of the symptomatology, rehabilitation training with muscle strengthening, orthoses at night are the first strategies, but if the symptoms persist, pharmacologic treatment and eventual surgical decompression are sometimes the unique solution.
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Berk T, Halvachizadeh S, Backup J, Kalbas Y, Rauer T, Zettl R, Pape HC, Hess F, Welter JE. Increased injury severity and hospitalization rates following crashes with e-bikes versus conventional bicycles: an observational cohort study from a regional level II trauma center in Switzerland. Patient Saf Surg 2022; 16:11. [PMID: 35248128 PMCID: PMC8897912 DOI: 10.1186/s13037-022-00318-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2021] [Accepted: 01/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background As electric bicycles (e-bikes) become increasingly popular, reports of injuries associated with e-bike usage are also rising. Patterns, characteristics, and severity of injuries following e-bike crashes need further investigation, particularly in contrast to injuries from conventional bicycle crashes. Methods This prospective observational study included 82 patients treated at a Level II trauma center for injuries resulting from an electric or conventional bicycle crash. Data were collected over one year (05.09.2017–19.09.2018) during in- and outpatient visits. A study-specific case report form was used to identify the bicycle type, cycling behavior (e.g., use of a helmet, safety gear, alcohol), and circumstances of the crash (e.g., road conditions, speed, cause of the incident, time of day, season). Additional information about patient demographics, treatment, and injury characteristics, such as the Injury Severity Score (ISS) and body region injured, were documented. Results were analyzed using chi-square, Fisher’s exact, or Wilcoxon tests. Simple logistic or linear regression models were used to estimate associations. Results Of the 82 patients, 56 (67%) were riding a conventional bike and 27 (33%) were using an e-bike. Most incidents were either single-bicycle crashes (66%) or automobile collisions (26%), with no notable difference in prevalence rates between groups. Although a higher proportion of conventional bikers were male (67% vs. 48%), the difference was not significant. E-bikers were older (median 60 years (IQR 44–70) vs. 45 years (IQR 32–62); p = 0.008), were hospitalized more often (48% vs. 24%, p = 0.025), and had worse ISS (median 3 (IQR 2–4) vs. 1 (IQR 1–3), p < 0.001), respectively. Body regions most affected were the extremities (78%) and external/skin (46%), and these were distributed similarly in both groups. Concomitant injury patterns of the thorax/chest with external/skin were higher among e-bikers (p < 0.001). When we controlled for the difference in the median age of the two groups, only the injury severity score of e-bikers remained significantly worse. Conclusions Hospitalization and chest trauma rates were higher among e-bikers. After controlling for the older age of this group, the severity of their injuries remained worse than in conventional cyclists. Initial clinical assessments at trauma units should include an evaluation of the thorax/chest, particularly among elderly e-bikers. Level of evidence Level III.
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- Till Berk
- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Rämistrasse 100, 8091, Zurich, Switzerland. .,Division of Traumatology, University Hospital Zurich, Rämistrasse 100, 8091, Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Rämistrasse 100, 8091, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopedic Surgery, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main, Friedberger Landstraße 430, 60389, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Rämistrasse 100, 8091, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Rämistrasse 100, 8091, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Cantonal Hospital Frauenfeld, Pfaffenholzstrasse 4, 8501, Frauenfeld, Switzerland
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, Rämistrasse 100, 8091, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Cantonal Hospital Frauenfeld, Pfaffenholzstrasse 4, 8501, Frauenfeld, Switzerland
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- Cantonal Hospital Frauenfeld, Pfaffenholzstrasse 4, 8501, Frauenfeld, Switzerland
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Monfort SS, Cicchino JB, Patton D. Weekday bicycle traffic and crash rates during the COVID-19 pandemic. JOURNAL OF TRANSPORT & HEALTH 2021; 23:101289. [PMID: 34745883 PMCID: PMC8556542 DOI: 10.1016/j.jth.2021.101289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2021] [Revised: 10/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/25/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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INTRODUCTION One of the most consequential effects of the COVID-19 lockdowns was a dramatic reduction in travel during peak hours. Transportation modes also shifted-in particular, travel by car became more rare while bicycling saw a resurgence. Given that a typical year sees the most severe bicycle crashes in peak commuter traffic, the shift toward bicycle travel that occurred in 2020 will likely have been accompanied by unique changes in rider behavior (e.g., where and when they choose to ride) as well as the frequency and severity of vehicle-bicycle crashes. METHODS The current study compared weekday bicycle traffic and crashes in Arlington, VA from March-December 2020 with the same period from years prior, 2013-2019. Bicycle traffic data were obtained from 16 embedded counters placed throughout the study area, in both off-road trails and on-road bike lanes. RESULTS We found that 2020 midday traffic nearly doubled compared to the year before, increasing from an average of 68 riders per hour to 120 (+76%). By contrast, morning traffic fell from an average of 87 riders per hour to just 45 (-49%). Change in evening traffic depended on the location of the counters: more evening bicycles were counted on off-road, multi-use trails (+6%) but fewer on on-road lanes (-27%). The changes to 2020 bicycle traffic patterns were also associated with a 28% reduction in bicycle injury crash rate per counted cyclist. CONCLUSION The reduced crash risk observed in 2020 was likely due in part to the reduction of morning, on-road bicycle travel, which past research has found to be particularly dangerous for riders. Conversely, the availability of multi-use off-road trails seems to have been a protective factor against bicycle-motor vehicle crash risk in the face of greater bicycle travel volume.
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- Arlington County Division of Transportation, United States
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Sakurai R, Kawai H, Suzuki H, Ogawa S, Kim H, Watanabe Y, Hirano H, Ihara K, Obuchi S, Fujiwara Y. An Epidemiological Study of the Risk Factors of Bicycle-Related Falls Among Japanese Older Adults. J Epidemiol 2019; 29:487-490. [PMID: 30531123 PMCID: PMC6859081 DOI: 10.2188/jea.je20180162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background Considering the rate of growth of the older population in several countries, accidental falls in older cyclists are expected to increase. However, the prevalence and correlates of bicycle-related falls (BR-falls) are unknown. The aim of the present study was to explore the characteristics of BR-falls, focusing on the risk factors. Methods Seven-hundred and ninety-one older adults participated in a comprehensive baseline assessment that included questions on bicycle use, BR-falls, lifestyle, and physical and cognitive evaluations. A cyclist was defined as a person who cycled at least a few times per month. The incidence of BR-falls in participants who did not report BR-falls at baseline was again ascertained 3 years later. Logistic regression analyses examined the predictors of BR-falls incidence. Results At baseline, 395 older adults were cyclists and 45 (11.4%) of them had experienced BR-falls. Adjusted regression analysis showed that slower gait velocity, shorter one-leg standing time, and experience of falls (ie, non-BR-falls) were associated with BR-falls. Among the 214 cyclists who did not report BR-falls at baseline and who participated in both baseline and follow-up assessments, 35 (16.4%) cyclists experienced BR-falls during the 3-year follow-up. Adjusted regression analysis revealed that higher body mass index and non-BR-falls were predictors of future incidence of BR-falls, independent of physical function. Conclusions Our results showed that experience of falls, irrespective of bicycling, is an independent correlate and risk factor of BR-falls. This suggests that experience of falls and BR-falls may share the same risk factors.
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- Ryota Sakurai
- Research Team for Social Participation and Community Health, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology
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- Research Team for Human Care, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology
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- Research Team for Social Participation and Community Health, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology
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- Research Team for Social Participation and Community Health, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology
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- Research Team for Promoting Independence of the Elderly, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology
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- Research Team for Promoting Independence of the Elderly, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology
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- Research Team for Promoting Independence of the Elderly, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology
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- Department of Social Medicine, Hirosaki University Graduate School of Medicine
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- Research Team for Human Care, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology
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- Research Team for Social Participation and Community Health, Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Gerontology
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Abdelrahman H, El-Menyar A, Sathian B, Consunji R, Mahmood I, Ellabib M, Al-Thani H. Bicycle-related traumatic injury hospitalizations: six years descriptive analysis in Qatar. J Inj Violence Res 2019; 11:233-242. [PMID: 31280275 PMCID: PMC6646826 DOI: 10.5249/jivr.v11i2.1162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2018] [Accepted: 06/25/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Background: Bicycle riding is a widely practiced mode of transportation, commuting, competition, fitness and recreation. We aimed to describe the incidence, risk factors and outcomes of Bicycle-Related Traumatic Injury (BRTI) in a Middle Eastern country. Methods: Data were extracted from a prospectively collected trauma registry over a period of six years (2010- 2015) from the national trauma center. Demographics and clinical characteristics of patients, and outcomes were analyzed. Results: There were 150 patients with a mean age of 27.2±16.6 years, 98% were males, 86.6% were hit by a car and 8.7% died. The average annual incidence of BRTIs was 1.3 per 100,000 populations. The mean Glasgow Coma Score (GCS) and injury severity score (ISS) were12.7±4.0 and 13.6±9.8; respectively. Almost one-third of cases had an ISS of 9-15. The most commonly injured region was the head (47%) followed by a lower extremity (30%), chest (25%), upper extremity (21.3%), spine (20.7%), abdomen (18.7%) and (7%) pelvis. Conclusions: BRTI is relatively uncommon in Qatar; however, it is characterized by a distinct epidemiology with a considerable mortality. Young male nationals, recreational cyclists and expatriate young commuter cyclists comprise the majority of victims and should be the focus of primary prevention efforts. Complementary prevention should aim at enforcing helmet laws to reduce fatal head injuries, and educating motorists of safer practices around cyclists.
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- Department of Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Clinical Research, Hamad General Hospital, Doha, Qatar.
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Baschera D, Jäger D, Preda R, Z'Graggen WJ, Raabe A, Exadaktylos AK, Hasler RM. Comparison of the Incidence and Severity of Traumatic Brain Injury Caused by Electrical Bicycle and Bicycle Accidents-A Retrospective Cohort Study From a Swiss Level I Trauma Center. World Neurosurg 2019; 126:e1023-e1034. [PMID: 30857998 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2019.03.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2018] [Revised: 03/02/2019] [Accepted: 03/04/2019] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Electrical bicycles (E-bikes) allow people of all ages to ride at high speeds but have an inherent risk of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Their sales have increased tremendously in recent years. METHODS We performed a retrospective cohort study to compare the incidence and severity of TBI in E-bikers and conventional bicyclists. We included patients at a Swiss level 1 trauma center admitted from 2010 to 2015. The primary outcome was the association between TBI and the bicycle type. The secondary outcome was the association between helmet use and TBI severity. RESULTS Of 557 patients injured riding an E-bike (n = 73) or a bicycle (n = 484), 60% sustained a TBI, most of which were mild (Glasgow coma scale [GCS] score, 13-15; E-bike, 78%; bicycle, 88%). TBI was more often moderate (GCS score, 9-12) or severe (GCS score, 3-8) in E-bikers than in bicyclists (P = 0.04). Intracranial hemorrhage, traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, and subdural hematoma occurred significantly more often in E-bikers than in bicyclists (P < 0.05). Neurosurgical intervention was necessary for 5 E-bikers (7%) and 25 (5%) bicyclists (P = 0.15). Wearing a helmet correlated with a lower risk of neurosurgical intervention in bicyclists (odds ratio [OR], 0.21; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.06-0.73; P = 0.01) and a lower risk of calvarial fractures in both bicyclists (OR, 0.16; 95% CI, 0.06-0.42; P < 0.01) and E-bikers (OR, 0.21; 95% CI, 0.05-0.84; P = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS E-bikers had a significantly greater risk of moderate to severe TBI compared with bicyclists. Helmet use was associated with decreased odds of severe TBI in bicyclists and a tendency toward a more favorable outcome for E-bikers.
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- Dominik Baschera
- Department of Neurosurgery, Kantonsspital Winterthur, Winterthur, Switzerland
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland.
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Haworth N, Heesch KC, Schramm A. Drivers who don't comply with a minimum passing distance rule when passing bicycle riders. JOURNAL OF SAFETY RESEARCH 2018; 67:183-188. [PMID: 30553422 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsr.2018.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2017] [Revised: 05/29/2018] [Accepted: 10/10/2018] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Drivers' passing cyclists closely can contribute to crashes, falls, and intimidation, which may discourage cycling. In response, minimum passing distance (MPD) rules have been introduced in many jurisdictions. This study examined the factors associated with non-compliance with a MPD rule. METHOD An online survey of 3,769 drivers in Queensland, Australia was administered 1 year after a MPD rule began. It assessed compliance with and attitudes toward the rule. Linear regression modeling was used to examine which attitudinal and demographic factors were associated with non-compliance. RESULTS The percentage of drivers who reported that they did not comply with the road rule "most of the time" or "almost always" was 35.5% in speed zones of ≤60 km/h and 31.8% in speed zones of >60 km/h. Associated with a greater likelihood of being non-compliant were: only infrequently observing motorists giving bicycle riders more distance when overtaking; greater awareness of bicycle riders when driving on the road; disagreeing that the rule had changed the person's driving; agreeing that the rule was making overtaking bicycle riders difficult; disagreeing that the rule had made it safer for bicycle riders; agreeing that it was difficult to judge 1 or 1.5 m when overtaking a bicycle rider; and agreeing that giving 1.5 m clearance in >60 km/h zones to bicycle riders was annoying (p < .05). In high speed zones, drivers aged 18-39 years were more likely than those aged 50+ years to be non-compliant (p < .05). Compliance was not associated with driver sex, amount of driving, or perceived level of enforcement. CONCLUSIONS Reported non-compliance with the MPD rule is widespread and is related more to attitudinal than demographic factors. Practical applications: Strategies for helping drivers to judge passing distance and improve their understanding of the importance for cyclist safety of leaving an adequate distance are needed.
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- Narelle Haworth
- Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety, Queensland, Australia; Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, Australia.
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- Queensland University of Technology (QUT), School of Public Health and Social Work, Australia; Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, Australia
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- Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety, Queensland, Australia; Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation, Australia
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Doğan MS, Callea M, Kusdhany LS, Aras A, Maharani DA, Mandasari M, Adiatman M, Yavuz I. The Evaluation of Root Fracture with Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT): An Epidemiological Study. J Clin Exp Dent 2018; 10:e41-e48. [PMID: 29670714 PMCID: PMC5899817 DOI: 10.4317/jced.54009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2017] [Accepted: 11/18/2017] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Background The aim of this study was evaluation of the cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) image of 50 patients at the ages of 8-15 suspecting root fracture and root fracture occurred, exposed to dental traumatic. In additionally, this study was showed effect of crown fracture on root fracture healing. Material and Methods All of the individuals included in the study were obtained images with the cone-beam computed tomography range of 0,3 voxel and 8.9 seconds.(i-CAT®, Model 17-19, Imaging SciencesInternational, Hatfield, Pa USA).The information obtained from the history and CBCT images of patients were evaluated using chi-square test statistical method the mean and the distribution of the independent variables. Results 50 children, have been exposed to trauma, was detected root fracture injury in 97 teeth. Horizontal root fracture 63.9% of the 97 tooth, the oblique in 31.9%, both the horizontal and oblique in 1.03%, partial fracture in 2.06% ,and both horizontally and vertical in 1.03% was observed.The most affected teeth, respectively of, are the maxillary central incisor (41.23% left, right, 37.11%), maxillary left lateral incisor (9.27%), maxillary right lateral incisor (11.34%), and mandibular central incisor (1.03%). Conclusions Crown fractures have negative effects on spontaneous healing of root fractures. CBCT are used selected as an alternative to with conventional radiography for diagnosis of root fractures. In particular, ıt's cross-sectional image is quite useful and has been provided more conveniences seeing the results of diagnosis and treatment for clinician. Key words:Root fracture, CBCT, Epidemiolog.
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- Mehmet-Sinan Doğan
- Harran University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry,Şanlıurfa, Türkiye
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- Unit of Dentistry, Bambino Gesù Children's Hospital, IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Oral and Tooth Health Center, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Diyarbakir, Türkiye
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- Department of Preventive and Public Health Dentistry, Faculty of Denstistry, Universitas Indonesia
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- Departement of Oral Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Preventive and Public Health Dentistry, Faculty of Denstistry, Universitas Indonesia
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- Oral and Tooth Health Center, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Diyarbakir, Türkiye
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Sze NN, Tsui KL, Wong SC, So FL. Bicycle-Related Crashes in Hong Kong: Is it Possible to Reduce Mortality and Severe Injury in the Metropolitan Area? HONG KONG J EMERG ME 2017. [DOI: 10.1177/102490791101800302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background Cycling is not the primary mode of commuter transport in Hong Kong, yet cyclists are exposed to a high risk of injury and fatality in road crashes. It is essential to identify the significant factors contributing to severe injury among cyclists in Hong Kong. Aim To evaluate the effects of significant factors, including demographics, temporal distribution, cyclist behavior, road conditions, and weather, on the risk of severe and life-threatening injury among cyclists in road crashes in Hong Kong. Method The study was nested on a database known as Road Casualty Information System (RoCIS) which is a linked database between police traffic accident investigations reports and hospital injury records. A total of 682 victims were identified during the study period from 1 January 2004 to 31 December 2006. In particular, injured body part, demographics, helmet use, alcohol intoxication, weather conditions, road type and geometry, and collision characteristics of 682 trauma patients were the attributing variables of concern. The primary outcome measure was the injury severity of trauma patients which was classified into three levels: slight injury [Injury severity Scale (ISS) </=8], severe injury (ISS >/=9), and life-threatening injury (ISS >/=25). A multinomial logit regression model was established to evaluate the significance of factors contributing to severe and life-threatening injuries among cyclists in road crashes. Results The results indicated that middle-aged and elderly (35-54, RRR=2.48; and 55 or above, RRR=4.39) casualties and favourable weather conditions (2.56) significantly increased the risk of severe injury among cyclists. The presence of severe head injury (RRR=509.24), severe trunk injury (RRR=79.24), and the involvement of motor vehicles (RRR=27.18) substantially increased the risk of life-threatening injury to cyclists. Conclusions Middle-aged casualties, the presence of head injuries, and the involvement of motor vehicles all increase the risk of more severe injury in bicycle-related crashes. Safety education and countermeasures should target at middle-aged and elderly cyclists and discourage cycling on the motorway.
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- NN Sze
- The University of Hong Kong, Department of Civil Engineering, Pokfulam Road, Pokfulam, Hong Kong
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- The University of Hong Kong, Department of Civil Engineering, Pokfulam Road, Pokfulam, Hong Kong
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Park JC, Chang IB, Ahn JH, Kim JH, Oh JK, Song JH. Epidemiology and Risk Factors for Bicycle-Related Severe Head Injury: A Single Center Experience. Korean J Neurotrauma 2017; 13:90-95. [PMID: 29201840 PMCID: PMC5702764 DOI: 10.13004/kjnt.2017.13.2.90] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2017] [Revised: 10/11/2017] [Accepted: 10/16/2017] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Head injury is the main cause of death and severe disability in bicycle-related injuries. The purpose of this study was to compare the demographic characteristics and injury mechanisms of bicycle-related head injuries according to the severity and outcome and determine the main risk factors and common types of accompanying injuries. METHODS A total of 205 patients who were admitted to the neurosurgery department of our hospital for bicycle-related head injuries between 2007 and 2016 were analyzed. We categorized the patients into two groups according to severity and outcome of head injury, and then identified the differences in age, sex, and cause of injury between the two groups. RESULTS Collisions with a motor vehicle increased the risk of severe head injury (p=0.011), resulted in poor outcomes (Glasgow Outcome Scale [GOS] ≤3; p=0.022), and caused more accompanying chest/abdominal (p<0.001) and pelvic/lower extremity injuries (p=0.001) than other mechanisms. Older age and high grade of head injury severity resulted in poor outcomes (p=0.028 and p<0.001, respectively), and caused more accompanying chest/abdominal injuries (p<0.032 and p<0.001, respectively) compared with younger age and low grade of head injury severity. CONCLUSION In bicycle-related head injuries, collision with motor vehicle is one of the most important risk factor for high grade of head injury severity and outcome. In addition, bicycle-related head injuries are often accompanied by injuries of other parts of the body.
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- Jun Chul Park
- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Anyang, Korea
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Dubbeldam R, Baten C, Buurke JH, Rietman JS. SOFIE, a bicycle that supports older cyclists? ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2017; 105:117-123. [PMID: 27745781 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2016.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2015] [Revised: 07/22/2016] [Accepted: 09/06/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Older cyclists remain at high risk of sustaining an injury after a fall with their bicycle. A growing awareness for the need and possibilities to support safety of older cyclists has been leading to bicycle design ideas. However, the effectiveness and acceptance of such designs has not been studied yet. This study aims to analyse the effect of 3 support systems: an automatic adjustable saddle height, optimised frame and wheel geometry and drive-off assistance. The support systems are integrated on the SOFIE bicycle, a prototype bicycle designed to support older cyclists during (dis-)mounting and at lower cycling speeds. Nine older cyclists (65-80 years) were asked to cycle on a 'normal' and on the 'SOFIE' bicycle. They cycled on a parking lot to avoid interaction with traffic. The following tasks were analysed: cycling at comfortable and low speed avoiding an obstacle and (dis-)mounting the bicycle. Bicycle and cyclist motions were recorded with 10 Inertial Measurement Units and by 2 video cameras. FUSION software (LABVIEW) was used to assess kinematic parameters. First, a subjective analysis of the different cycling tasks was made, supported by video analysis. Second, differences in cyclist and bicycle kinematic parameters between the normal and SOFIE bicycle were studied for the various cycling tasks. The SOFIE bicycle was experienced as a 'supportive' and comfortable bicycle and objectively performed 'safer' on various cycling tasks. For example: The optimised frame geometry with low step-in enabled a faster (dis-)mounting time and less sternum roll angle and angular acceleration. The adjustable saddle height enabled the participants to keep both feet on the ground till they started cycling with the 'drive-off' support. The latter reduces steering activity: maximum steer angle and angular acceleration. During sudden obstacle avoidance, less upper body and thigh accelerations are recorded. In conclusion, the SOFIE bicycle was able to support older cyclists during various cycling tasks and may reduce fall risk.
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- R Dubbeldam
- Roessingh Research & Development Roessinghsbleekweg 33, 7522 AH, Enschede, The Netherlands.
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- Roessingh Research & Development Roessinghsbleekweg 33, 7522 AH, Enschede, The Netherlands; Department of Biomedical Signals and Systems, University of Twente, PO box 217, 7500 AE, Enschede, The Netherlands.
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- Roessingh Research & Development Roessinghsbleekweg 33, 7522 AH, Enschede, The Netherlands; Department of Biomedical Signals and Systems, University of Twente, PO box 217, 7500 AE, Enschede, The Netherlands.
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- Roessingh Research & Development Roessinghsbleekweg 33, 7522 AH, Enschede, The Netherlands; Department of Biomechanical Engineering, University of Twente, PO box 217, 7500 AE, Enschede, The Netherlands.
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Prati G, Pietrantoni L, Fraboni F. Using data mining techniques to predict the severity of bicycle crashes. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2017; 101:44-54. [PMID: 28189058 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2017.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2016] [Revised: 10/14/2016] [Accepted: 01/16/2017] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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To investigate the factors predicting severity of bicycle crashes in Italy, we used an observational study of official statistics. We applied two of the most widely used data mining techniques, CHAID decision tree technique and Bayesian network analysis. We used data provided by the Italian National Institute of Statistics on road crashes that occurred on the Italian road network during the period ranging from 2011 to 2013. In the present study, the dataset contains information about road crashes occurred on the Italian road network during the period ranging from 2011 to 2013. We extracted 49,621 road accidents where at least one cyclist was injured or killed from the original database that comprised a total of 575,093 road accidents. CHAID decision tree technique was employed to establish the relationship between severity of bicycle crashes and factors related to crash characteristics (type of collision and opponent vehicle), infrastructure characteristics (type of carriageway, road type, road signage, pavement type, and type of road segment), cyclists (gender and age), and environmental factors (time of the day, day of the week, month, pavement condition, and weather). CHAID analysis revealed that the most important predictors were, in decreasing order of importance, road type (0.30), crash type (0.24), age of cyclist (0.19), road signage (0.08), gender of cyclist (0.07), type of opponent vehicle (0.05), month (0.04), and type of road segment (0.02). These eight most important predictors of the severity of bicycle crashes were included as predictors of the target (i.e., severity of bicycle crashes) in Bayesian network analysis. Bayesian network analysis identified crash type (0.31), road type (0.19), and type of opponent vehicle (0.18) as the most important predictors of severity of bicycle crashes.
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- Gabriele Prati
- Dipartimento di Psicologia, Università di Bologna, Viale Europa 115, 47521 Cesena, FC, Italy.
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- Dipartimento di Psicologia, Università di Bologna, Viale Europa 115, 47521 Cesena, FC, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Psicologia, Università di Bologna, Viale Europa 115, 47521 Cesena, FC, Italy
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Prati G, De Angelis M, Marín Puchades V, Fraboni F, Pietrantoni L. Characteristics of cyclist crashes in Italy using latent class analysis and association rule mining. PLoS One 2017; 12:e0171484. [PMID: 28158296 PMCID: PMC5291444 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0171484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2016] [Accepted: 01/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The factors associated with severity of the bicycle crashes may differ across different bicycle crash patterns. Therefore, it is important to identify distinct bicycle crash patterns with homogeneous attributes. The current study aimed at identifying subgroups of bicycle crashes in Italy and analyzing separately the different bicycle crash types. The present study focused on bicycle crashes that occurred in Italy during the period between 2011 and 2013. We analyzed categorical indicators corresponding to the characteristics of infrastructure (road type, road signage, and location type), road user (i.e., opponent vehicle and cyclist's maneuver, type of collision, age and gender of the cyclist), vehicle (type of opponent vehicle), and the environmental and time period variables (time of the day, day of the week, season, pavement condition, and weather). To identify homogenous subgroups of bicycle crashes, we used latent class analysis. Using latent class analysis, the bicycle crash data set was segmented into 19 classes, which represents 19 different bicycle crash types. Logistic regression analysis was used to identify the association between class membership and severity of the bicycle crashes. Finally, association rules were conducted for each of the latent classes to uncover the factors associated with an increased likelihood of severity. Association rules highlighted different crash characteristics associated with an increased likelihood of severity for each of the 19 bicycle crash types.
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- Gabriele Prati
- Department of Psychology, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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Piras M, Russo MC, De Ferrari F, Verzeletti A. Cyclists fatalities: Forensic remarks regarding 335 cases. J Forensic Leg Med 2016; 44:169-173. [PMID: 27810588 DOI: 10.1016/j.jflm.2016.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2016] [Revised: 10/09/2016] [Accepted: 10/22/2016] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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A retrospective study was carried out on post-mortem examination data regarding 335 cyclists involved in fatal accidents along the period 1983-2012. The following variables were considered: temporal data (year, month, day of the week and hour of the day), circumstances of the accident, vehicles involved, victims' features (sex, age), pathological and toxicological findings, cause of death. Most victims were male (77.62%), with a mean age of 58 years. In most cases vehicles other than only bicycles were involved, more frequently cars, followed by heavy motor vehicles. Head was the most frequently body region involved in lethal injuries (65.37%); low extremities were the body district most frequently involved in non-lethal injuries (63.9%). This study confirmed the importance of using helmet; head protection should be a priority for bikers.
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- M Piras
- Forensic Medicine Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialities, Radiological Sciences and Public Health, University of Brescia, Italy
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- Forensic Medicine Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialities, Radiological Sciences and Public Health, University of Brescia, Italy
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- Forensic Medicine Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialities, Radiological Sciences and Public Health, University of Brescia, Italy
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- Forensic Medicine Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialities, Radiological Sciences and Public Health, University of Brescia, Italy.
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Kurt M, Laksari K, Kuo C, Grant GA, Camarillo DB. Modeling and Optimization of Airbag Helmets for Preventing Head Injuries in Bicycling. Ann Biomed Eng 2016; 45:1148-1160. [PMID: 27679447 DOI: 10.1007/s10439-016-1732-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2015] [Accepted: 09/09/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Bicycling is the leading cause of sports-related traumatic brain injury. Most of the current bike helmets are made of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam and ultimately designed to prevent blunt trauma, e.g., skull fracture. However, these helmets have limited effectiveness in preventing brain injuries. With the availability of high-rate micro-electrical-mechanical systems sensors and high energy density batteries, a new class of helmets, i.e., expandable helmets, can sense an impending collision and expand to protect the head. By allowing softer liner medium and larger helmet sizes, this novel approach in helmet design provides the opportunity to achieve much lower acceleration levels during collision and may reduce the risk of brain injury. In this study, we first develop theoretical frameworks to investigate impact dynamics of current EPS helmets and airbag helmets-as a form of expandable helmet design. We compared our theoretical models with anthropomorphic test dummy drop test experiments. Peak accelerations obtained from these experiments with airbag helmets achieve up to an 8-fold reduction in the risk of concussion compared to standard EPS helmets. Furthermore, we construct an optimization framework for airbag helmets to minimize concussion and severe head injury risks at different impact velocities, while avoiding excessive deformation and bottoming-out. An optimized airbag helmet with 0.12 m thickness at 72 ± 8 kPa reduces the head injury criterion (HIC) value to 190 ± 25 at 6.2 m/s head impact velocity compared to a HIC of 1300 with a standard EPS helmet. Based on a correlation with previously reported HIC values in the literature, this airbag helmet design substantially reduces the risks of severe head injury up to 9 m/s.
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- Mehmet Kurt
- Department of Bioengineering, Stanford University, 443 Via Ortega, Shriram Bldg Room 202, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA.
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- Department of Bioengineering, Stanford University, 443 Via Ortega, Shriram Bldg Room 202, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Neurosurgery, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Stanford University, 443 Via Ortega, Shriram Bldg Room 202, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA.,Department of Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, 94305, USA
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- Melissa Thompson
- Anatomical Pathology, SA Pathology, Adelaide, Australia
- Forensic Science SA, Adelaide, Australia
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- Forensic Science SA, Adelaide, Australia
- School of Medicine, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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Scholten AC, Polinder S, Panneman MJM, van Beeck EF, Haagsma JA. Incidence and costs of bicycle-related traumatic brain injuries in the Netherlands. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2015; 81:51-60. [PMID: 25939135 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2015.04.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2014] [Revised: 04/10/2015] [Accepted: 04/19/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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The main cause of death and serious disability in bicycle accidents is traumatic brain injury (TBI). The aim of this population-based study was to assess the incidence and costs of bicycle-related TBI across various age groups, and in comparison to all bicycle-related injuries, to identify main risk groups for the development of preventive strategies. Data from the National Injury Surveillance System and National Medical Registration were used for all patients with bicycle-related injuries and TBI who visited a Dutch emergency department (ED) between 1998 and 2012. Demographics and national, weighted estimates of injury mechanism, injury severity and costs were analysed per age group. Direct healthcare costs and indirect costs were determined using the incidence-based Dutch Burden of Injury Model. Between 1998 and 2012, the incidence of ED treatments due to bicycle-related TBI strongly increased with 54%, to 43 per 100,000 persons in 2012. However, the incidence of all bicycle-related injuries remained stable, from 444 in 1998 to 456/100,000 in 2012. Incidence of hospital admission increased in both TBI (92%) and all injuries from cycling (71%). Highest increase in incidence of both ED treatments and hospital admissions was seen in adults aged 55+. The injury rate of TBI per kilometre travelled increased (44%) except in children, but decreased (-4%) for all injuries, showing a strong decrease in children (-36%) but an increase in men aged 25+, and women aged 15+. Total costs of bicycle-related TBI were €74.5 million annually. Although bicycle-related TBI accounted for 9% of the incidence of all ED treatments due to cycling, it accounted for 18% of the total costs due to all bicycle-related injuries (€410.7 million). Children and adolescents (aged 0-24) had highest incidence of ED treatments due to bicycle-related injuries. Men in the working population (aged 15-64) had highest indirect costs following injuries from cycling, including TBI. Older cyclists (aged 55+) were identified as main risk group for TBI, as they had highest ED attendance, injury rate, injury severity, admission to hospital or intensive care unit, and costs. Incidence of ED treatments due to cycling are high and often involve TBI, imposing a high burden on individuals and society. Older cyclists aged 55+ were identified as main risk group for TBI to be targeted in preventive strategies, due to their high risk for (serious) injuries and ever-increasing share of ED visits and hospital admissions.
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- Erasmus MC, Department of Public Health, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Erasmus MC, Department of Public Health, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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Olds K, Byard RW, Langlois NEI. Injury patterns and features of cycling fatalities in South Australia. J Forensic Leg Med 2015; 34:99-103. [PMID: 26165666 DOI: 10.1016/j.jflm.2015.05.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2015] [Revised: 05/06/2015] [Accepted: 05/30/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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There has been an increase in cycling in Australia. This means that more cyclists are at risk of injuries, which account for a proportion of transport-related fatalities. In this study, all cyclist fatalities from 2002 to 2013 in South Australia where post-mortem examinations were performed were investigated. There were 42 deaths representing 3% of the total road fatalities over the same time. Of this total number of cases, 13 deaths (31%) involved collapse (mostly natural causes from an underlying medical condition) and 29 (69%) resulted from trauma. There were no cases of hyperthermia. Of the decedents 95% were male, and the mean age at death was 47 years. Fatal incidents were more likely to occur during April and November, and on a Monday. However, statistical analysis was not possible due to the small number of cases. Fatalities (traumatic and collapse) predominantly occurred whilst the cyclist was riding (86%). The majority of riding fatalities were as a result of collision with vehicles (81%). Drugs (including alcohol) were detected in two (15%) of the 13 cases of the collapses, and in seven (26%) of the 27 trauma cases tested. In trauma cases, death was most often due to multiple injuries. The most frequent area for injury was the head (found in 90% of traumatic deaths). Despite the increasing numbers of cyclists on South Australian roads over the last decade, death rates have trended downwards suggesting that road safety campaigns and the provision of more dedicated bicycle lanes have had a positive outcome.
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- Kelly Olds
- School of Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Frome Road, Australia; Forensic Science SA, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- School of Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Frome Road, Australia; Forensic Science SA, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- School of Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Frome Road, Australia; Forensic Science SA, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia.
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Poulos RG, Hatfield J, Rissel C, Flack LK, Murphy S, Grzebieta R, McIntosh AS. Characteristics, cycling patterns, and crash and injury experiences at baseline of a cohort of transport and recreational cyclists in New South Wales, Australia. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2015; 78:155-164. [PMID: 25790974 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2015.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2014] [Revised: 02/10/2015] [Accepted: 02/11/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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This paper examines self-reported retrospective data for a 12 month period from 2038 adult cyclists from New South Wales (Australia), and compares cyclists according to whether they self-identify as riding mainly for transport or mainly for recreation. Statistically significant differences were found in the demographic characteristics, cycling patterns, and crash experiences between these two groups of cyclists. Transport cyclists tended to be younger, travel more days per week, and within morning and evening peak hours than recreational cyclists; recreational cyclists were more likely to identify fitness as a purpose for cycling. The proportion of cyclists experiencing a crash or crash-related injury in the previous 12 months was similar for transport and recreational cyclists, but there were differences in crash types and location which likely reflect different cycling environments. Heterogeneity within transport and recreational cyclists was also found, based on self-reported riding intensity. An understanding of the different cycling patterns and experiences of various types of cyclists is useful to inform road safety, transport and health promotion policy.
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- R G Poulos
- School of Public Health and Community Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia.
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- Transport and Road Safety Research Australia, Bar University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Sydney School of Public Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Community Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Community Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Transport and Road Safety Research Australia, Bar University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Australian Centre for Research into Injury in Sport and its Prevention, Federation University Australia, Ballarat, Australia
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Teschke K, Frendo T, Shen H, Harris MA, Reynolds CCO, Cripton PA, Brubacher J, Cusimano MD, Friedman SM, Hunte G, Monro M, Vernich L, Babul S, Chipman M, Winters M. Bicycling crash circumstances vary by route type: a cross-sectional analysis. BMC Public Health 2014; 14:1205. [PMID: 25416928 PMCID: PMC4253622 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-14-1205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2014] [Accepted: 11/06/2014] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background Widely varying crash circumstances have been reported for bicycling injuries, likely because of differing bicycling populations and environments. We used data from the Bicyclists’ Injuries and the Cycling Environment Study in Vancouver and Toronto, Canada, to describe the crash circumstances of people injured while cycling for utilitarian and leisure purposes. We examined the association of crash circumstances with route type. Methods Adult cyclists injured and treated in a hospital emergency department described their crash circumstances. These were classified into major categories (collision vs. fall, motor vehicle involved vs. not) and subcategories. The distribution of circumstances was tallied for each of 14 route types defined in an earlier analysis. Ratios of observed vs. expected were tallied for each circumstance and route type combination. Results Of 690 crashes, 683 could be characterized for this analysis. Most (74%) were collisions. Collisions included those with motor vehicles (34%), streetcar (tram) or train tracks (14%), other surface features (10%), infrastructure (10%), and pedestrians, cyclists, or animals (6%). The remainder of the crashes were falls (26%), many as a result of collision avoidance manoeuvres. Motor vehicles were involved directly or indirectly with 48% of crashes. Crash circumstances were distributed differently by route type, for example, collisions with motor vehicles, including “doorings”, were overrepresented on major streets with parked cars. Collisions involving streetcar tracks were overrepresented on major streets. Collisions involving infrastructure (curbs, posts, bollards, street furniture) were overrepresented on multiuse paths and bike paths. Conclusions These data supplement our previous analyses of relative risks by route type by indicating the types of crashes that occur on each route type. This information can guide municipal engineers and planners towards improvements that would make cycling safer.
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- Kay Teschke
- School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia, 2206 East Mall, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
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Skeie MS, Evjensvold T, Hoff TH, Bårdsen A. Traumatic dental injuries as reported during school hours in Bergen. Dent Traumatol 2014; 31:228-32. [DOI: 10.1111/edt.12146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/30/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Marit S. Skeie
- Department of Clinical Dentistry Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry University of BergenBergen Norway
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- Former dental students at Department of Clinical Dentistry Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry University of Bergen BergenNorway
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- Former dental students at Department of Clinical Dentistry Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry University of Bergen BergenNorway
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- Department of Clinical Dentistry Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry University of BergenBergen Norway
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Hu F, Lv D, Zhu J, Fang J. Related risk factors for injury severity of e-bike and bicycle crashes in Hefei. TRAFFIC INJURY PREVENTION 2014; 15:319-323. [PMID: 24372505 DOI: 10.1080/15389588.2013.817669] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To explore the related risk factors of injuries caused by e-bike and bicycle crashes in Hefei, Anhui. METHODS Between June 2009 and June 2011, the records of injuries were triggered by e-bike and bicycle crashes in Hefei maintained by 105th Hospital of PLA. A form was designed to document patient age, gender, road user category (driver, passenger, pedestrian), safety factors (safety devices present, speed, traffic violations), environmental factors (time of trauma, light conditions, road surface), crash mode, impact type, and vehicle type. RESULTS Of the 205 cases, 108 were female and 97 were male. One hundred forty-six patients suffered injuries due to e-bike accidents and 59 due to bicycle accident. The chi-squared test compared distribution of categorical variables suggested that age (P =.0250), road user category (P =.0278), traffic rule violations (P =.0132), crash mode (P =.0027), impact type (P =.0019), and vehicle type (P =.0219) are related to the severity of injuries caused by e-bike/bicycle crashes in Hefei. The multiple-factor nonconditional logistic regression analysis showed that injury severity is the most commonly sustained within the vehicle type (odds ratio [OR] = 14.418; 95% confidence interval [CI], 4.680-44.418), followed by crash mode (OR = 11.556; 95% CI, 4.430-30.142), traffic rule violations (OR = 4.735; 95% CI, 1.934-11.594), and age (OR = 2.910; 95% CI, 1.213-6.979). CONCLUSIONS With the study of e-bike/bicycle crashes in Hefei, primary identification of the risk factors for the traffic injuries is obtained. These findings are important in decision making regarding preventive measures.
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- Feng Hu
- a PLA Clinical College Affiliated with Anhui Medical University , Hefei, Anhui , China
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Tin Tin S, Woodward A, Ameratunga S. The role of multilevel factors in geographic differences in bicycle crash risk: a prospective cohort study. Environ Health 2013; 12:106. [PMID: 24321134 PMCID: PMC3893370 DOI: 10.1186/1476-069x-12-106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2013] [Accepted: 12/04/2013] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Regular cycling plays an important role in increasing physical activity levels but raises safety concerns for many people. While cyclists bear a higher risk of injury than most other types of road users, the risk differs geographically. Auckland, New Zealand's largest urban region, has a higher injury risk than the rest of the country. This paper identified underlying factors at individual, neighbourhood and environmental levels and assessed their relative contribution to this risk differential. METHODS The Taupo Bicycle Study involved 2590 adult cyclists recruited in 2006 and followed over a median period of 4.6 years through linkage to four national databases. The Auckland participants were compared with others in terms of baseline characteristics, crash outcomes and perceptions about environmental determinants of cycling. Cox regression modelling for repeated events was performed with multivariate adjustments. RESULTS Of the 2554 participants whose addresses could be mapped, 919 (36%) resided in Auckland. The Auckland participants were less likely to be Māori but more likely to be socioeconomically advantaged and reside in an urban area. They were less likely to cycle for commuting and off-road but more likely to cycle in the dark and in a bunch, use a road bike and use lights in the dark. They had a higher risk of on-road crashes (hazard ratio: 1.47; 95% CI: 1.22, 1.76), of which 53% (95% CI: 20%, 72%) was explained by baseline differences, particularly related to cycling off-road, in the dark and in a bunch and residing in urban areas. They were more concerned about traffic volume, speed and drivers' behaviour. CONCLUSIONS The excess crash risk in Auckland was explained by cycling patterns, urban residence and factors associated with the region's car-dominated transport environment.
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- Sandar Tin Tin
- Section of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Population Health, University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
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- Section of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Population Health, University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
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- Section of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Population Health, University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
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Wang ML. Unicycle Injuries in the United States. J Emerg Med 2013; 45:502-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jemermed.2013.05.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2012] [Revised: 01/29/2013] [Accepted: 05/01/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Boffano P, Roccia F, Gallesio C, Karagozoglu KH, Forouzanfar T. Bicycle-related maxillofacial injuries: a double-center study. Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol 2013; 116:275-80. [DOI: 10.1016/j.oooo.2013.03.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2013] [Revised: 02/24/2013] [Accepted: 03/06/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Chuang KH, Hsu CC, Lai CH, Doong JL, Jeng MC. The use of a quasi-naturalistic riding method to investigate bicyclists' behaviors when motorists pass. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2013; 56:32-41. [PMID: 23587736 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2013.03.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2012] [Revised: 03/08/2013] [Accepted: 03/22/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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The present study aimed to investigate how motorized vehicle-related factors, road-related factors, and bicyclist-related factors influenced motorists' decisions about initial passing distances and bicyclists' behaviors after the motorists started to pass. A quasi-naturalistic riding method was used for thirty-four participating bicyclists riding an instrumented bicycle in real traffic. The study included 1380 incidents of left-side passing by motorists and revealed that the factors studied influenced both the motorists' initial passing distance and the bicyclists' position (lateral distance from the passing motorists), wheel angle, and speed control behaviors while the motorists passed. Some factors were related to the motorized vehicles; for example, the initial passing distance and the mean lateral distances were smaller when motorcycles passed than when cars and small trucks passed. The bicyclists demonstrated weaker lateral stability when they were passed by buses. In addition, a longer passing time caused the bicyclists to demonstrate cautious but less stable riding behaviors. For road-related factors, a clear and longitudinal solid line separation helped to maintain a greater lateral distance between motorists and bicyclists and assist the bicyclists in riding out of the motorists' path, maintaining a low speed, and remaining stable. Moreover, when bicyclists avoided road surface hazards, they reduced the initial passing distances that the motorists had chosen. Considering bicyclist-related factors, the motorists selected a greater initial passing distance for female bicyclists. There were also gender differences related to the bicyclists' lateral control, and differences in road use experience may explain this gender difference. Furthermore, the bicyclists' wheel angle, speed, and speed variation affected the motorists' initial passing distance. The present study demonstrated that the quasi-naturalistic riding method is capable of collecting rich data concerning bicyclists' behaviors, which could potentially be utilized in various types of studies. However, this method requires a large sample and considerable time and effort for data processing.
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- Kai-Hsiang Chuang
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Central University, No. 300, Jhongda Rd., Jhongli City, Taoyuan County 32001, Taiwan
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Thomas B, DeRobertis M. The safety of urban cycle tracks: a review of the literature. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2013; 52:219-227. [PMID: 23396201 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2012.12.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2012] [Revised: 12/01/2012] [Accepted: 12/10/2012] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Cycling has to be a safe activity, and perceived as such, if bicycle trips by all populations are to increase and the public health benefits are to be realized. A key characteristic of developed countries with a high cycling mode share is their provision of cycle tracks--separated bikeways along city streets--on major routes. This literature review therefore sought to examine studies of cycle tracks from different countries in order elucidate the safety of these facilities relative to cycling in the street and to point to areas where further research is needed. The review indicates that one-way cycle tracks are generally safer at intersections than two-way and that, when effective intersection treatments are employed, constructing cycle tracks on busy streets reduces collisions and injuries. The evidence also suggests that, when controlling for exposure and including all collision types, building one-way cycle tracks reduces injury severity even when such intersection treatments are not employed. However, the extent of this effect has not been well examined, as very few studies both look at severity and control for exposure. Future studies of the safety of cycle tracks and associated intersection treatments should focus foremost on examining injury severity, while controlling for exposure. In the U.S., where the obesity epidemic and its health consequences and costs are well documented, the benefits of increased cycling should be a focus of research and policy development in order to provide the infrastructure needed to attract people to cycling while minimizing injuries.
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- Beth Thomas
- Transportation Choices for Sustainable Communities Research and Policy Institute, Oakland, CA, USA.
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Liu WC, Jeng MC, Hwang JR, Doong JL, Lin CY, Lai CH. The response patterns of young bicyclists to a right-turning motorcycle: a simulator study. Percept Mot Skills 2012; 115:385-402. [PMID: 23265004 DOI: 10.2466/22.25.27.pms.115.5.385-402] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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This study was designed to assess how bicyclists (30 men, 30 women) responded to right-turning motorised vehicles, which is a risky situation for bicyclists, and employed a scenario in which a motorcycle made a right turn in front of a bicyclist. The factors of speed difference and cut-in time gap were generated to objectively investigate steering control, speed, and the associated collisions in a bicycle simulator. There was no effect for sex, but as expected, for shorter cut-in time gaps, the steering angles were smaller (deflected to the right to avoid the passing motorcycle), the speeds were lower, and the variations in the steering angle and speed were larger. Variations in the steering angle and speed were unexpectedly lower for larger speed differences than for smaller speed differences. Response patterns comprised 5 patterns: early response and quickly depress the brake, last-moment response and slowly depress the brake, late response and quickly depress the brake, very late response and quickly depress the brake, and no response. Larger speed differences and the no-response pattern resulted in two collisions. Individuals with less experience may not have associated speed differences with potential dangers.
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- Wei-Chung Liu
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Central University
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Milne G, Deck C, Carreira RP, Allinne Q, Willinger R. Development and validation of a bicycle helmet: assessment of head injury risk under standard impact conditions. Comput Methods Biomech Biomed Engin 2012; 15 Suppl 1:309-10. [PMID: 23009520 DOI: 10.1080/10255842.2012.713623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- G Milne
- Fluid and Solid Mechanics Institute, Strasbourg University, Strasbourg, France.
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Baeck K, Goffin J, Vander Sloten J. An investigation into the use and limitations of different spatial integration schemes and finite element software in head impact analyses. Comput Methods Biomech Biomed Engin 2012; 17:405-15. [DOI: 10.1080/10255842.2012.688106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Yan X, Ma M, Huang H, Abdel-Aty M, Wu C. Motor vehicle-bicycle crashes in Beijing: irregular maneuvers, crash patterns, and injury severity. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2011; 43:1751-1758. [PMID: 21658503 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2011.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 63] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2010] [Revised: 02/10/2011] [Accepted: 04/04/2011] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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This research presents a comprehensive analysis of motor vehicle-bicycle crashes using 4 years of reported crash data (2004-2007) in Beijing. The interrelationship of irregular maneuvers, crash patterns and bicyclist injury severity are investigated by controlling for a variety of risk factors related to bicyclist demographics, roadway geometric design, road environment, etc. Results show that different irregular maneuvers are correlated with a number of risk factors at different roadway locations such as the bicyclist age and gender, weather and traffic condition. Furthermore, angle collisions are the leading pattern of motor vehicle-bicycle crashes, and different irregular maneuvers may lead to some specific crash patterns such as head-on or rear-end crashes. Orthokinetic scrape is more likely to result in running over bicyclists, which may lead to more severe injury. Moreover, bicyclist injury severity level could be elevated by specific crash patterns and risk factors including head-on and angle collisions, occurrence of running over bicyclists, night without streetlight, roads without median/division, higher speed limit, heavy vehicle involvement and older bicyclists. This study suggests installation of median, division between roadway and bikeway, and improvement of illumination on road segments. Reduced speed limit is also recommended at roadway locations with high bicycle traffic volume. Furthermore, it may be necessary to develop safety campaigns aimed at male, teenage and older bicyclists.
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- Xinping Yan
- Intelligent Transport System Research Center, Wuhan University of Technology, China
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The injury epidemiology of cyclists based on a road trauma registry. BMC Public Health 2011; 11:653. [PMID: 21849071 PMCID: PMC3176219 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-11-653] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2011] [Accepted: 08/17/2011] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background Bicycle use has increased in some of France's major cities, mainly as a means of transport. Bicycle crashes need to be studied, preferably by type of cycling. Here we conduct a descriptive analysis. Method A road trauma registry has been in use in France since 1996, in a large county around Lyon (the Rhône, population 1.6 million). It covers outpatients, inpatients and fatalities. All injuries are coded using the Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS). Proxies were used to identify three types of cycling: learning = children (0-10 years old); sports cycling = teenagers and adults injured outside towns; cycling as means of transport = teenagers and adults injured in towns. The study is based on 13,684 cyclist casualties (1996-2008). Results The percentage of cyclists injured in a collision with a motor vehicle was 8% among children, 17% among teenagers and adults injured outside towns, and 31% among those injured in towns. The percentage of serious casualties (MAIS 3+) was 4.5% among children, 10.9% among adults injured outside towns and 7.2% among those injured in towns. Collisions with motor-vehicles lead to more internal injuries than bicycle-only crashes. Conclusion The description indicates that cyclist type is associated with different crash and injury patterns. In particular, cyclists injured in towns (where cycling is increasing) are generally less severely injured than those injured outside towns for both types of crash (bicycle-only crashes and collisions with a motor vehicle). This is probably due to lower speeds in towns, for both cyclists and motor vehicles.
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Scheiman S, Moghaddas HS, Björnstig U, Bylund PO, Saveman BI. Bicycle injury events among older adults in Northern Sweden: a 10-year population based study. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2010; 42:758-763. [PMID: 20159104 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2009.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2009] [Revised: 09/20/2009] [Accepted: 11/10/2009] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Bicycles are a common mode of transportation and injured bicyclists cause a substantial burden on the medical sector. In Sweden, about half of fatally injured bicyclists are 65 years or older. This study analyzes the injury mechanisms, injuries, and consequences among bicyclists 65 years or older and compare with younger bicyclists (< or =64) and older adults as passenger car drivers, to give a basis for an injury preventive discussion for this age group. Umeå University Hospital's primary catchments area had 142,000 inhabitants in 2006. Nearly all injured road users in the well-defined geographic area are treated at this hospital and a 10-year data set (N=456) of injured bicyclists aged 65+ from the hospital's continuous injury registration (1997-2006) was analyzed. The results show that the annual injury incidence was 2.4 and 2.2 per 1000 men and women, respectively, aged 65 or older. For men the incidence rate was constant in the three age groups 65-74, 75-84 and 85+, while it decreased strongly for women. The incidence rate for old adults as passenger car drivers and younger bicyclists was 1.0 and 4.6, respectively. Most frequent injury mechanisms were falls when getting on or off a bicycle (20%) and by potholes or irregularities on the ground, edge of a sidewalk, or similar (13%). Only 6% were hit by cars, trucks, or buses. Half of the injured suffered fractures or dislocations, and 10% suffered concussion or more serious intracranial injuries. Getting on or off the bicycle caused most fractures (especially a high fraction of the hip and femur fractures) and resulted in 27% of all inpatient days in hospital. Three individuals died. One-third of the injured were treated as inpatients for a total of 1413 days (on average 9 days), with 69% of the days being caused by fractures. The cost for out- and inpatient acute treatment was approximately USD 4700 (SEK 33,000) per injured. The results merit an interest for this target group; bicycle injuries among older adults are costly both for the individual and the medical sector. Injury mitigation strategies focused on the needs of this group are probably as well motivated as those focused on older car drivers.
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- Simeon Scheiman
- Department of Surgery and Perioperative Sciences, Section of Surgery, Umeå University, SE-901 85 Umeå, Sweden
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Wang JTJ, Li JS, Chiu WT, Chen SH, Tsai SD, Yu WY, Liao CC, Choy CS. Characteristics of bicycle-related head injuries among school-aged children in Taipei area. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010; 72 Suppl 2:S36-40; discussion S40. [PMID: 19944823 DOI: 10.1016/j.surneu.2009.07.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2009] [Accepted: 07/16/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Bicycle-related head injury is an important public health issue. A paucity of statistical data on bicycle accidents exists in Taiwan. The purpose of this study was to report the characteristics of bicycle-related head injuries among school-aged children in Taipei, Taiwan. METHODS Between 2001 and 2002, basic patient information of those with bicycle-related head injuries was collected from the Trauma Data Registry in 5 hospitals of the Taipei area. Telephone interviews were conducted to collect specific information surrounding bicycle accidents. RESULTS Of 324 patients with bicycle-related head injuries, 90 (27.8%) had severe head injuries. Boys compared with girls had a higher proportion of severe head injuries (34.1% vs 23.4%; P = .048). Children aged 5 to 9 years had a higher proportion of severe head injuries compared with ages 10 to 14 years (65.2% vs 6.4%; P = .043). Bicycles without reflectors had a higher proportion of severe head injuries compared to bicycles with reflectors (69.0% vs 5.7%; P = .004). Bicyclists carrying goods (such as backpacks or weighted toward the road) and speeding were associated with severe head injury (P < .05). Collisions with vehicles of a larger size resulted in a higher rate of severe head injury compared with collisions with pedestrians (76.9% vs 3.6%; P = .043). CONCLUSIONS For children whose main mode of transport is bicycles, the enforcement of helmet legislation, educational programs in bicycling safety and equipment, and improving the infrastructure for bicycling in urban areas are needed in Taiwan to reduce potentially debilitating or life-threatening injuries.
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- Jimmy Tse-Jen Wang
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Taipei Medical University Hospital, Taipei 110, Taiwan
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OBJECTIVE To provide national estimates of non-fatal cyclist injuries treated in US hospital emergency departments (EDs) resulting from an encounter with a motor vehicle (MV) on the road. METHODS Non-fatal injury data for 2001-4 from the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System All Injury Program were analyzed. RESULTS An estimated 62,267 persons (21.5 per 100,000 population; 95% CI 14.3 to 28.7) were treated annually in US hospital EDs for unintentional non-fatal cyclist injuries involving an MV on the road. Among these cases, children aged 10-14 years (65.8 per 100,000) and males (35.3 per 100,000) had the highest injury rates. Many injuries involved the extremities (41.9%). The head was the primary body part affected for 38.6% of hospitalized/transferred patients, of which about 84.7% had a principal diagnosis of a concussion or internal head injury. CONCLUSIONS Effective road environmental interventions (eg, bicycle-friendly roadway design, intersections and crossings) along with efforts to promote safe personal behavior (eg, helmet use and following rules of the road) are needed to help reduce injuries among cyclists while sharing the road.
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- Tadesse Haileyesus
- Office of Statistics and Programming, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia 30340, USA
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Meuleners LB, Lee AH, Haworth C. Road environment, crash type and hospitalisation of bicyclists and motorcyclists presented to emergency departments in Western Australia. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2007; 39:1222-1225. [PMID: 17920846 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2007.03.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2006] [Revised: 02/21/2007] [Accepted: 03/15/2007] [Indexed: 05/25/2023]
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Emergency presentations by bicyclists and motorcyclists are often the result from a fall or non-motor vehicle collision that occurred in off-road locations. Consequently, they are unlikely to be captured by police records. If the injury is not severe enough to warrant hospitalisation, they will also not be captured by the hospital admission system. To ascertain the nature and type of these crash events, a 6-month prospective study was undertaken of bicyclists and motorcyclists who presented to emergency departments in Perth, Western Australia, due to involvement in a crash or non-motor vehicle collision. Of the 330 eligible presentations, 151 bicyclists and 104 motorcyclists agreed to participate in a structured interview, representing a response rate of 77.3%. Among them, 120 (79%) bicyclists and 71 (68%) motorcyclists had a fall or non-motor vehicle collision, and many of the crashes (88 (58%) and 47 (45%), respectively) occurred off-road. Moreover, 26.5% of bicyclist and 62.5% of motorcyclist presentations led to hospital admissions. Multivariate logistic regression analysis further showed that the crash location and road type affected hospitalisation for both groups. Although, crashes occurring in rural areas contributed 14% of the events overall, their adjusted risk of hospitalisation increased five times when compared to metropolitan locations. Crash preventive measures targeting rural areas should be considered to further improve the safety of bicyclists and motorcyclists.
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- Lynn B Meuleners
- School of Public Health, Curtin University of Technology, GPO Box U 1987, Perth, WA 6845, Australia
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Oliveira LB, Marcenes W, Ardenghi TM, Sheiham A, Bönecker M. Traumatic dental injuries and associated factors among Brazilian preschool children. Dent Traumatol 2007; 23:76-81. [PMID: 17367453 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-9657.2005.00413.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 88] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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The main objective of this study was to assess the epidemiology of traumatic dental injuries (TDI) to the primary teeth of preschool children and second, to investigate whether TDI were related to anterior open bite and, third, whether TDI are related to socio-economic circumstances in an urban Brazilian population. A clinical examination was performed during the National Day of Children's Vaccination. TDI were classified according to the modified classification proposed by Ellis. In addition to those criteria the presence of tooth discoloration was recorded. An interview was carried out with mothers or guardians. The data collected included mother's level of education and living conditions. The prevalence of TDI was 9.4%. The maxillary central incisors were the most affected teeth. Most children with a TDI experienced traumatic injuries to one tooth (6.3%), while 2.8% had two and 0.4% had three traumatized teeth. The most common crown fracture was in enamel only (68.8%), followed by crown fracture of enamel and dentin (13.8%). Missing teeth following trauma occurred in 10.9% of those with TDI. The prevalence of tooth discoloration was 5.1%. Children with anterior open bite had twice the level the level of TDI compared to those with normal occlusions (P = 0.001). Socio-economic factors were not statistically significantly associated with the occurrence of TDI. The prevalence of dental injuries in Brazilian preschool children was low. Children with anterior open bite experienced more dental injuries. Neither of the indicators of socio-economic status was related to the prevalence of TDI.
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- Luciana Butini Oliveira
- Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
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Kim JK, Kim S, Ulfarsson GF, Porrello LA. Bicyclist injury severities in bicycle-motor vehicle accidents. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2007; 39:238-51. [PMID: 17005154 DOI: 10.1016/j.aap.2006.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 198] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2005] [Revised: 05/05/2006] [Accepted: 07/11/2006] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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This research explores the factors contributing to the injury severity of bicyclists in bicycle-motor vehicle accidents using a multinomial logit model. The model predicts the probability of four injury severity outcomes: fatal, incapacitating, non-incapacitating, and possible or no injury. The analysis is based on police-reported accident data between 1997 and 2002 from North Carolina, USA. The results show several factors which more than double the probability of a bicyclist suffering a fatal injury in an accident, all other things being kept constant. Notably, inclement weather, darkness with no streetlights, a.m. peak (06:00 a.m. to 09:59 a.m.), head-on collision, speeding-involved, vehicle speeds above 48.3 km/h (30 mph), truck involved, intoxicated driver, bicyclist age 55 or over, and intoxicated bicyclist. The largest effect is caused when estimated vehicle speed prior to impact is greater than 80.5 km/h (50 mph), where the probability of fatal injury increases more than 16-fold. Speed also shows a threshold effect at 32.2 km/h (20 mph), which supports the commonly used 30km/h speed limit in residential neighborhoods. The results also imply that bicyclist fault is more closely correlated with greater bicyclist injury severity than driver fault.
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- Joon-Ki Kim
- Washington University in St. Louis, Department of Civil Engineering, Campus Box 1130, One Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899, USA.
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Depreitere B, Van Lierde C, Maene S, Plets C, Vander Sloten J, Van Audekercke R, Van der Perre G, Goffin J. Bicycle-related head injury: a study of 86 cases. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2004; 36:561-567. [PMID: 15094408 DOI: 10.1016/s0001-4575(03)00062-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2002] [Revised: 03/12/2003] [Accepted: 03/27/2003] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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Within the framework of a bicycle helmet research program, we have set up a database of bicycle accident victims, containing both accident and clinical data. The database consists of a consecutive series of 86 victims of bicycle accidents who underwent a neurosurgical intervention in our hospital between 1990 and 2000. Data were obtained from police files, medical records, computed tomography head scans and a patient questionnaire. In only three victims, the wearing of a helmet was documented. In this study, the head injuries are analysed and the relation between the different types of head injuries and outcome is assessed. Forty-four accidents were collisions with a motor vehicle and 42 accidents were falls. Most impacts occurred at the side (57%) or at the front (27%) of the head. The most frequent injuries were skull fractures (86%) and cerebral contusions (73%). Age was negatively correlated with outcome (P = 0.0002 ) and positively correlated with the number (P = 0.00002) and volume (P = 0.00005) of contusions and the presence of subdural haematomas (P = 0.000001). The injuries with the strongest negative effect on outcome were: subarachnoid haemorrhage (P = 0.000001), multiple (P = 0.000005) or large ( P 0.0007) contusions, subdural haematoma (P = 0.001) and brain swelling (P = 0.002). A significant coexistence of these four injuries was found. We hypothesise that in many patients the contusions may have been the primary injuries of this complex and should therefore be considered as a main injury determining outcome in this study. We believe that such findings may support a rational approach to optimising pedal cyclist head protection.
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- Bart Depreitere
- Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Gasthuisberg, Herestraat 49, B-3000 Leuven, Belgium.
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Maki T, Kajzer J, Mizuno K, Sekine Y. Comparative analysis of vehicle-bicyclist and vehicle-pedestrian accidents in Japan. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2003; 35:927-940. [PMID: 12971928 DOI: 10.1016/s0001-4575(02)00101-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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Bicyclist and pedestrian injuries in collisions with vehicles in Japan were investigated based on national and in-depth accident data analyses and mathematical simulations. In an impact with a bonnet-type vehicle, a bicyclist slides over the bonnet of the vehicle, behavior that is not observed for pedestrians. As a result, the bicyclist's head tends to strike a bonnet-type vehicle at a more rearward location in comparison with pedestrians. The first contact position of a bicycle with a vehicle, the vehicle front-end geometry and the bicycle velocity affect whether the bicyclist's head strikes the vehicle or not. Due to the bent-knee posture of a bicyclist's legs, the types of leg injuries sustained by bicyclists and their causes differ from those seen for pedestrians. Component test procedures have been proposed for evaluating pedestrian safety, but some modifications of the head impact area and angle are necessary when applying these methods to bicyclists.
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- Tetsuo Maki
- Nissan Motor Company Ltd., 1, Natsushima-cho, Yokosuka-shi, Kanagawa 237-8523, Japan.
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Belechri M, Petridou E, Kedikoglou S, Trichopoulos D. Sports injuries among children in six European union countries. Eur J Epidemiol 2003; 17:1005-12. [PMID: 12380712 DOI: 10.1023/a:1020078522493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Since sports participation entails the risk of injuries that account for substantial morbidity and disability, the existence of adequate epidemiological information is essential for the development of sound preventive strategies. In this study, we present data on the occurrence of sports injuries among children in six European countries, namely Austria, Denmark, France, Greece, The Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. An operational definition for sports injuries was developed, and comparable data from the European Home and Leisure Accident Surveillance System, an established injury surveillance system operating in 12 European union countries, were collected from the participating member states, during a 1-year period (1998). Sports injuries were examined in schools, in organised and unorganised settings, and in specific types of sports by demographics and injury descriptive variables. Sports injuries represent a quantitatively important and sufficiently serious problem in European union countries, accounting for an estimated annual number of about a quarter of a million outpatient visits in two of the participating countries, which provide national estimates. It is evident, that sport injuries are not only common but also injuries of considerable severity, since a large fraction represents fractures, while approximately 4% of the total require hospitalisation. Football and basketball among male children are, in declining order, the two sports responsible for the most frequent injuries in the European union countries, whereas gymnastics and volleyball prevail among females. The study indicates the importance of injury surveillance in describing the epidemiology of sports injuries and provides an estimate of the magnitude and the profile of sport injuries that take place annually in European union countries.
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- M Belechri
- Department of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Athens University Medical School, Greece
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Lindqvist K, Timpka T, Schelp L. Evaluation of inter-organizational traffic injury prevention in a WHO safe community. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 2001; 33:599-607. [PMID: 11491240 DOI: 10.1016/s0001-4575(00)00071-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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The objective of the study was to examine the effect of a community-based injury prevention program on traffic injuries. A population-based quasi-experimental design was used with pre- and post-implementation measurements in an intervention and a control area. The program was based on inter-organizational participation in detecting and taking action against traffic injuries. The total relative risk for traffic injury in the study area showed only a tendency to decrease following program exposure (odds ratio 0.91; 95% confidence interval 0.81-1.02). No change in relative risk was observed in the control area. The analyses of program impact on injury severity showed that the relative risk for moderate injuries in the study area was reduced by almost half (odds ratio 0.59; 95% confidence interval 0.49-0.69), the risk for severe or fatal injuries remained constant (odds ratio 1.27; 95% confidence interval 0.80-2.02), and the risk for minor injuries increased (odds ratio 1.34; 95% confidence interval 1.13-1.59). The relative risk for moderate injuries was reduced by at least half for mopedists, cyclists, pedestrians, and those leaving or entering a motor vehicle. Community-based injury prevention can be a complement to national traffic safety programs.
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- K Lindqvist
- Department of Health and Environment, Faculty of Health Sciences, Linköping University, Sweden.
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Welander G, Ekman R, Svanström L, Schelp L, Karlsson A. Bicycle injuries in Western Sweden: a comparison between counties. ACCIDENT; ANALYSIS AND PREVENTION 1999; 31:13-19. [PMID: 10084614 DOI: 10.1016/s0001-4575(98)00040-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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The objectives of the study were to investigate whether there are differences in the incidence of bicycle-related injuries by geographic district (county), age, and gender in Sweden's Western Road Administration Region, and to utilize any detected differences to suggest priorities for intervention and prevention. Injury data come from the Swedish national hospital-discharge registry and a specialized national register of occupational injuries. Both bodily injuries in general and head injuries in particular show intra-regional differences. The rural part of Skaraborg County was shown to have a significantly higher injury incidence than other parts of the Western Region. Females generally show a lower incidence than males, but older women are more likely to be seriously injured than younger (age-related differences being greater than for males). Some striking findings were found with regard to occupational differences. Females sustain more work-related bicycle injuries than males. Head injuries account for more than half of the bicycle injuries in the Western Region that require hospitalization. All this indicates that targeted measures are required. Some studies have shown that the use of bicycle helmets reduces the incidence of head injuries, the degree of their severity, and the number of bicycle-related fatalities. There is a need for mandatory helmet-wearing legislation, which must go hand-in-hand with special efforts to reach groups with a low rate of helmet wearing, in particular those in the middle age range. Although the grown-up/older cycling population has been the subject of targeted action in some countries, the focus of preventive activity has generally been on children. The results of the study suggest the need for further injury-related research into adult cycling.
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- G Welander
- Karolinska Institute, Department of Public Health Sciences, Stockholm, Sweden.
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