Abstract

Objective To study the incidence,composition,distribution and influence of acute hand injuries. Methods From April 1st 2005 to September 30th 2005,all patients with acute hand injuries treated at Beijing Jishuitan Hospital were investigated by filling out a questionnaire focusing on all related epidemiological elements. Results A total of 5 233 patients were identified,accounting for 34.1% of all acute orthopedic injuries. Patients were typically (31.0±12.5) years old. They were mostly male,with a male to female hand injures. 21.3% were injured at home,14.2% injured on the road,9.9% injured at leisure places,2.5% injured during sports activities,and 1.3% injured at shopping places.Cutting (44.4%) and crushing (27.7%) were the most common injury mechanisms. Conclusion Acute hand injuries were common injuries,occurring mainly in male adults. Most of these injuries were occupational hand injuries. Prevention should be emphasized. Key words: Epidemiology; Hand; Wounds and injuries; Acute

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