Title
Injury and Violence
UMMS Affiliation
Department of Pediatrics; Department of Surgery; Department of Emergency Medicine
Date
2009
Document Type
Book Chapter
Medical Subject Headings
Wounds and Injuries
Disciplines
Emergency Medicine | Pediatrics
Abstract
Injury is the leading cause of death for persons 1–44 years and the 4th leading cause of death overall. Regardless of whether intentional or unintentional, injury is both predictable and preventable.
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Comments
Citation: Rogers D, Manno M, DeRoss A, Hirsh M (2009). Injury and Violence in The 5-Minute Clinical Consult 2010, 18th edition. Frank Domino MD, editor, 2009, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, p 706-707.