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1Department of Surgery, Al-Nour Specialist Hospital, PO Box 5230, Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Tel. +966 (2) 5666790. Fax. +966 (2) 5666790.
Neurosciences (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia)
|November 5, 2013
Summary
Trauma during the Hajj pilgrimage presents a significant surgical challenge. Road traffic accidents and injuries within the Holy Haram are common, with orthopedic and neurosurgical cases predominating.
Area of Science:
- Emergency Medicine
- Surgical Management
- Public Health
Background:
- Hajj, an annual Islamic pilgrimage, attracts millions, creating unique public health challenges.
- The medical needs during Hajj are distinct due to the large, concentrated population and specific environmental factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the incidence and types of trauma occurring during the Hajj period.
- To evaluate the early surgical management of trauma cases encountered during Hajj.
Main Methods:
- A prospective study was conducted over 15 days.
- Data collection occurred in the emergency room and through follow-up of admitted surgical patients.
Main Results:
- 713 trauma cases presented to the emergency department; 248 were admitted.
- Road traffic accidents (60%) and injuries in the Holy Haram (15%) were primary causes.
- Limb fractures constituted 53% of trauma admissions; 2 deaths occurred within 48 hours.
Conclusions:
- Trauma during Hajj is a significant surgical issue requiring increased attention.
- Orthopedic and neurosurgical cases are the most frequent surgical emergencies during Hajj.
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