EMS Pediatric Trauma Transport: Do Disparities Exist?

Trauma is the leading cause of disability and death among children in the United States. Optimal outcomes are achieved at pediatric trauma centers (PTCs), which are specialized to address the unique needs of this population. Disparities in trauma have been reported, affecting optimal delivery of car...

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Published in:Journal of pediatric surgery 2025-03, Vol.60 (3), p.162098, Article 162098
Main Authors: Giron, Andreina, Schomberg, John, Dinh, Peter N., Flyer, Zoe E., Goodman, Laura F., Guner, Yigit S., Yu, Peter T.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescent
Adultification
Child
Child, Preschool
Disparities
Emergency Medical Services - statistics & numerical data
EMS transport
Female
Healthcare Disparities - statistics & numerical data
Humans
Infant
Infant, Newborn
Injury Severity Score
Male
Pediatric trauma
Transportation of Patients - statistics & numerical data
Trauma Centers - statistics & numerical data
United States
Wounds and Injuries - therapy
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