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Socioeconomic deprivation and burns.
R M Mistry1, L Pasisi, S Chong
1National Burn Centre, Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Middlemore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand. raakhi@xtra.co.nz
Burns : Journal of the International Society for Burn Injuries
|December 17, 2009
Summary
Burn injuries disproportionately affect young children and the Maori ethnic group in New Zealand. Increasing socioeconomic deprivation correlates with higher burn admission rates, highlighting a need for targeted prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Injury Prevention
Background:
- Burns are a significant public health issue influenced by multiple factors.
- Previous research indicates age, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status are key determinants of burn injuries.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a descriptive analysis of socioeconomic factors linked to burn injuries in New Zealand.
- To identify high-risk populations for burn injuries to inform targeted intervention strategies.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective review of 14,708 hospital admission records for burn injuries in New Zealand.
- Data collected between 1996 and 2006.
- Analysis focused on patient demographics and socioeconomic position.
Main Results:
- Burn admissions were highest in the 0-4 year age group.
- The Maori ethnic group had the highest admission rate.
- A positive correlation was observed between increasing deprivation and burn admission rates.
Conclusions:
- Significant ethnic and socioeconomic disparities exist in hospital-admitted burn injuries.
- These disparities are unacceptable and preventable.
- Targeted burn prevention strategies for high-risk groups are recommended for cost-effective disparity reduction.
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