doi: 10.1542/pir.32-10-431.
Unintentional injuries in pediatrics
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Unintentional injuries in pediatrics
Pediatr Rev.
2011 Oct.
Abstract
• Injuries are the leading killer of children.• A variety of host factors contribute to different types of injury.• Motor vehicles remain the biggest threat.• Both active and passive preventive strategies are necessary to prevent injuries.• For maximal safety effectiveness, physicians must be active in their communities.
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