Excluding Hollow Viscus Injury for Abdominal Seat Belt Sign Using Computed Tomography.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2022.2770
Abstract: Importance Abdominal seat belt sign (SBS) has historically entailed admission and observation because of the diagnostic limitations of computed tomography (CT) imaging and high rates of hollow viscus injury (HVI). Recent single-institution, observational studies have… read more here.
Keywords: presence; abdominal sbs; abdominal seat; belt sign ... See more keywords
Ureteropelvic junction disruption associated with Chance fracture dislocation: A case of seat belt injury
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2020.101188
Abstract: We experienced a rare case of ureteropelvic junction disruption (UPJD) as a seat belt injury. A 19-year-old female was transferred after a car accident while wearing a seat belt. Computed tomography showed multiple fractures including… read more here.
Keywords: belt injury; seat belt; seat; case ... See more keywords
Passenger use of and attitudes toward rear seat belts.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jsr.2017.12.006
Abstract: OBJECTIVES This study sought to identify attitudes toward belt use in the rear seat and to gain insight into the experiences of rear-seat passengers. METHOD A telephone survey conducted between June and August 2016 targeted… read more here.
Keywords: rear seat; seat; belt use; seat belt ... See more keywords
Seat Belt Messaging for Diverse Populations
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jth.2017.05.233
Abstract: In the United States, Hispanics and African Americans are disproportionately killed and injured in motor vehicle crashes (MVCs) compared with non-Hispanic Whites. In 2013, more African Americans died from MVC-related injuries than any other unintentional… read more here.
Keywords: diverse populations; seat belt; messaging diverse; toolkit ... See more keywords
Effect of Class I–III obesity on driver seat belt fit
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DOI: 10.1080/15389588.2021.1945590
Abstract: Abstract Objective Approximately 40% of the U.S. adult population are obese. An issue associated with this trend is proper seat belt fit for obese occupants. This study extends previous research, in which few individuals with… read more here.
Keywords: seat belt; class; effect; belt fit ... See more keywords
Methodology to measure seat belt fit in relation to skeletal geometry using an upright open MRI
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DOI: 10.1080/15389588.2022.2124805
Abstract: Abstract Objective Poor seat belt fit can result in submarining behavior and injuries to the lower extremity and abdomen. While previous studies have explored seat belt fit relative to skeletal landmarks using palpation, medical imaging… read more here.
Keywords: seat belt; belt fit; geometry; methodology ... See more keywords
Increasing seat belt use in the United States by promoting and requiring more effective seat belt reminder systems
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DOI: 10.1080/15389588.2022.2134730
Abstract: Abstract Objective Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208 requires every passenger vehicle to provide an auditory signal lasting 4 to 8 seconds and a visual display lasting 60 seconds when the driver is unbelted at ignition.… read more here.
Keywords: belt use; seat belt; belt; fmvss 208 ... See more keywords
The role of perceived risk, reasons for non-seat belt use and demographic characteristics for seat belt use on urban and rural roads
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DOI: 10.1080/17457300.2019.1660377
Abstract: Abstract Despite the well-documented benefits of seat belt use, a large number of drivers fail to fasten their seat belts in Iran. Efforts to improve seat belt use can be enhanced by identifying factors that… read more here.
Keywords: belt use; seat; perceived risk; seat belt ... See more keywords
Investigating the role of health belief model on seat belt use for front seat passengers on urban and rural roads
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DOI: 10.1080/17457300.2022.2147195
Abstract: Abstract What makes a vehicle user buckle up? Considering the strong effect of seat belt use in reducing injuries and fatalities in a vehicle crash, we investigated the role of the health belief model on… read more here.
Keywords: belt use; seat belt; front seat; seat ... See more keywords
Child seat belt guidelines: Examining the 4 feet 9 inches rule as the standard.
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DOI: 10.1097/ta.0000000000001543
Abstract: BACKGROUND Current American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations regarding transition from child safety/booster seat to adult safety belt use indicate that children should be at least 4 feet 9 inches, 8 years old, or 80 pounds.… read more here.
Keywords: seat belt; seat; vehicle; child ... See more keywords
Age-based variability in the association between restraint use and injury type and severity
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DOI: 10.1101/2022.04.06.22273536
Abstract: Purpose: Previous studies have shown elderly individuals receive less relatively less protection from seat belts against fatal injuries, however it is less clear how seat belt protection against severe and torso injury changes with age.… read more here.
Keywords: age based; age; injury; seat belt ... See more keywords