Stair-related falls in the USA: traumatic brain injury and the role of alcohol intoxication

Conclusions Stair-related falls represent a common cause of ED visits for falls in the USA. Alcohol intoxication had a detrimental effect on the prevalence of TBI and CMF. A multimodal treatment approach may be beneficial given the complex interrelationship between the injury type and alcohol.

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Source: Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health - December 8, 2022 Category: Epidemiology Authors: Hammig, B., Haldeman, S. Tags: Original research Source Type: research