Preface

In the last 3 decades (1984 to 2014), we have realized a near 50% reduction in the trauma-related mortality rate in the pediatric population (28.9/100K to 15.1/100K).1 The explanation for this rather remarkable decline is undoubtedly multifactorial including the success injury prevention efforts, improvements in trauma care, and advances in trauma systems. Despite this decline, trauma remains the leading cause of death for children in the United States emphasizing the need for ongoing diligence in the effort to continue to reduce injury-related death and disability.
Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Source Type: research