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Pediatric Farm Injuries: Morbidity and Mortality
Clint Rathje1, Ashley Venegas1, Stephen D Helmer1,2
1University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita Department of Surgery.
Kansas Journal of Medicine
|February 24, 2018
Summary
Farm accidents in children, primarily involving animals and falls, resulted in favorable outcomes for most young patients. Enhanced safety measures are recommended to further prevent childhood farm injuries.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Traumatology
- Agricultural Safety
- Public Health
Background:
- Farms are unique environments where children live and work alongside family.
- Farm-related accidents pose a significant risk to children's safety and well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate injury patterns and outcomes in pediatric patients injured in farm-related incidents.
- To identify common injury mechanisms and severity in childhood farm accidents.
Main Methods:
- A 10-year retrospective review was conducted.
- Data included demographics, injury mechanisms, accident details, injury severity, treatments, and outcomes for patients aged 17 and younger.
Main Results:
- Sixty-five children were analyzed, with animal-related incidents (43.1%) and falls (21.5%) being primary causes.
- Common injuries included soft tissue damage (58.5%), concussions (29.2%), and upper extremity fractures (26.2%).
- Most patients (95.4%) were discharged home, with two experiencing permanent disability.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric farm accident outcomes are generally favorable.
- Advocating for enhanced safety measures, including fall prevention, safe animal handling, and driver safety training, is crucial.
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