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Patterns And Outcomes Of Paediatric Trauma At A Tertiary Teaching Hospital In Kenya, Anthony Ndung'u, Jared Sun, Joan Musau, Eunice Ndirangu
Patterns And Outcomes Of Paediatric Trauma At A Tertiary Teaching Hospital In Kenya, Anthony Ndung'u, Jared Sun, Joan Musau, Eunice Ndirangu
School of Nursing & Midwifery, East Africa
Introduction: Trauma continues to be a major cause of morbidity and mortality especially in the paediatric population of low- and middle-income countries such as Kenya. The aim of this study was to establish the profile and outcomes of admitted paediatric trauma cases at the Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi.
Methods: This retrospective, descriptive study involved a 12-month chart review (January 2016–December 2016). A total of 218 records were identified of which 144 were reviewed.
Results: Most injuries were amongst boys (65.3%) and the very young (mean age 6), occurred in private residences (42.4% homes, 25.7% residential institutions), were typically caused …