Effect of helmet use on maxillofacial injuries due to bicycle and scooter accidents: a systematic literature review and meta-analysis

Maxillofacial injury is a common injury resulting from bicycle (including e-bike) and scooter accidents. With 80,000 admissions to emergency departments in 2019, bicycle accidents account for more than half of all traffic-related emergency department visits in the Netherlands. The United States reports approximately 130,000 injuries and 1000 fatalities related to cycling annually. This systematic review and meta-analysis was performed to examine the protective effect of helmets against maxillofacial injuries resulting from bicycle and scooter (including e-bike and e-scooter) accidents.

Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - April 6, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: H.S. Stassen, T. Atalik, J.A. Haagsma, E.B. Wolvius, R.J.C.G. Verdonschot, A.V.J. Rozeboom Tags: Meta-Analysis Source Type: research