Epidemiology of Work-Related Traumatic Spinal Cord Injury: An Analysis of Workers' Compensation Claims in Korea, 2011-2019.
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DOI: 10.1097/jom.0000000000002852
Abstract: OBJECTIVE We aimed to identify the incidence and burden of work-related traumatic spinal cord injury (wrTSCI) in Korea in the 10-year period from 2010 to 2019. METHODS We used nationwide workers' compensation insurance data. The… read more here.
Keywords: cord injury; work related; traumatic spinal; spinal cord ... See more keywords
Blast-related traumatic brain injury is mediated by the kynurenine pathway
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DOI: 10.1097/wnr.0000000000001817
Abstract: Objectives The overactivation of the kynurenine pathway, the major metabolic pathway of tryptophan, induced by inflammation and oxidative stress, might bring about excessive neurotoxic metabolites. This study aimed to investigate whether kynurenine pathway is overactivated… read more here.
Keywords: kynurenine pathway; blast related; inhibitor; btbi ... See more keywords
Disturbing medical findings in war-related traumatic amputation patients: a clinical descriptive study from Gaza
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-034648
Abstract: Objectives The aim of this study was to explore possible long-term negative health effects of injuries sustained by modern weaponry. Setting The study was conducted in Gaza’s main hospital, Al-Shifa Hospital. Participants During the last… read more here.
Keywords: amputation; gaza; study; war related ... See more keywords
A serial cross-sectional study of trends and predictors of prescription controlled substance-related traumatic injury.
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DOI: 10.2139/ssrn.4109258
Abstract: Pre-injury drug use is a key contributor to traumatic injury. However, limited research has examined trends and predictors of controlled substance-related trauma. The present study aims to provide better clarity on the specific role of… read more here.
Keywords: substance; toxicology; traumatic injury; injury ... See more keywords
Using the narratives of Ontarians with a work-related traumatic brain injury to inform injury prevention: A mixed methods approach.
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-172525
Abstract: BACKGROUND Work-related traumatic brain injury (wrTBI) is the most significant occupational injury associated with death and disability. Few studies have investigated injury text narratives to inform prevention strategies. OBJECTIVE To identify factors leading to wrTBI… read more here.
Keywords: work related; prevention; brain injury; injury ... See more keywords