Epidemiological Study of Road Traffic Accident Cases: A Study In Jharkhand
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 9
Abstract
Research question: What are the various epidemiological factors related to road traffic accident cases? Objectives: 1. To assess the prevalence of road traffic cases coming to hospitals. 2. To know the various epidemiological factors related to road traffic accident cases. Participants: 1260 road traffic victims reported in one year period. Study variables: . Type of accidents, vehicle involved in accidents etc. Statistical analysis: Proportions. Results: There were 85% male and 15% female accident victims. The occupants of the various vehicles constituted the large (55.55%) group of the victims. Among the motorized vehicles, two wheeler drivers were more (44.84%) involved in accidents. Out of 460 drivers (36.50%)were found to have consumed alcohol. Being knocked down was the common mode of accidents.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr . R. D. Nagesh, Dr T. Baxla, Dr Anil Kumar, Dr Aradhna Sinha, Dr Uday Kumar
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