Pattern of injuries in survivors of a helicopter crash.
The pattern of injuries caused when a helicopter crashed after an uncontrolled descent of approximately 15 m is described. Eleven patients were admitted to hospital for further treatment and observation, and 7 were treated in the Accident and Emergency Department. One-third of the victims sustained injuries to the dorsolumbar spine. Some conditions which could improve flight safety are discussed.
Stracathro Hospital, Brechin, Angus.
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D000060:Accidents, Aviation; D000401:Aircraft; D006259:Craniocerebral Trauma / Q000453:epidemiology; D006801:Humans; D012606:Scotland; D013124:Spinal Injuries / Q000453:epidemiology*