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Injuries among all-terrain vehicle users: a population-based study.

Maya Siman-Tov^1,2, Inbar Marom-Trabelsi¹, Irina Radomislensky¹

¹Israel National Center for Trauma and Emergency Medicine Research, The Gertner Institute for Epidemiology and Health Policy Research, Ramat-Gan, Israel.

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Summary

All-terrain vehicle (ATV) crashes result in severe injuries, with a 49% increase in hospitalizations observed. Targeted safety interventions and helmet use are crucial for vulnerable groups, including young males and non-Jews.

Keywords:

burden of disease cohort study motor vehicle - non traffic risk factor research youth

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Area of Science:

Trauma research
Public health
Injury prevention

Background:

Off-road vehicle use, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), has risen.
ATV crashes lead to more severe injuries compared to other motor vehicle crashes (MVCs).

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the incidence of ATV-related injuries.
To identify demographic groups at higher risk for ATV-related injuries.

Main Methods:

Retrospective analysis of the Israel National Trauma Registry (2008-2016).
Comparison of ATV crash victims with other MVC casualties.
Logistic regression to identify risk factors for severe ATV injuries.

Main Results:

A 49% increase in ATV crash hospitalizations occurred between 2013-2016.
Higher hospitalization rates were seen in non-Jews, males, and individuals aged 15-29.
ATV casualties experienced more severe injuries, longer hospital stays, ICU admissions, and surgeries than other MVC casualties.
Helmet non-use, being male, or non-Jewish significantly increased the likelihood of severe head injury.

Conclusions:

ATV-related injuries are increasing, necessitating targeted safety interventions.
Demographic groups with higher injury incidence require focused prevention strategies.
Public awareness campaigns promoting ATV safety practices, particularly helmet use, are essential.