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Understanding Injury Patterns in Road Traffic AccidentsA Comparative Study from Central India

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Vishnu
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Introduction

Road traffic accidents (RTAs) remain a leading cause of death and disability globally, particularly in low- and middle-income countries like India. This study conducted in Central India investigates how injury patterns vary among different victim typ two wheeler riders, four-wheeler occupants, and pedestrians. The results reveal critical insights that can aid in developing targeted safety interventions.

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Key Findings from the Study

The cross-sectional study included 273 RTA victims autopsied between 2012 and 2014. Here’s what the data revealed:

  • Two-wheeler riders (62.6%) were the most common RTA victims, followed by pedestrians (22%) and four-wheeler occupants (13.6%).
  • Male dominance was noted across all victim categories.
  • Age trends varied:
    • Two-wheeler victims: 21–30 years (33.9%)
    • Four-wheeler victims: 41–50 years (32.4%)
    • Pedestrians: 51–60 years (26.7%)

Offending Vehicles and Manner of Accidents

  • Four–wheelers (both HMV and LMV) were the most frequent offending vehicles across all victim types.
  • Collision/dash was the leading accident mode, especially for pedestrians (100%) and two-wheeler riders (64.3%).
  • A significant number of cases (35.7% of two-wheeler and 56.8% of four-wheeler incidents) involved no offending vehicle, usually due to skidding or hitting static objects.

Injury Distribution by Victim Type

Surface Injuries

  • Abrasions were most common in two-wheeler (84.2%) and pedestrian (80%) victims.
  • Lacerated wounds were more frequent in two-wheeler riders.
  • Crushing injuries predominated among pedestrians.

Body Regions Affected

  • Head and thorax were the most impacted regions in two-wheeler and pedestrian victims.
  • Thoracic injuries were more prevalent in four-wheeler occupants.

Organ Involvement

  • Brain injuries were most common in two-wheeler and pedestrian victims.
  • Lung damage topped the chart for four-wheeler occupants.
  • Liver and spleen injuries were slightly more prevalent in two-wheeler cases, while kidney and bladder injuries were more common among pedestrians.

Bone Fractures

  • Chest bones were frequently fractured across all groups.
  • Pelvic and limb bone fractures were especially prevalent among pedestrian victims.

Real-World Implications

This data emphasizes the urgent need for targeted safety policies. The World Health Organization (WHO) has repeatedly highlighted the disproportionate RTA burden in developing nations and stresses comprehensive road safety interventions.

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