Road traffic injuries in developing countries: a comprehensive review of epidemiological studies.
Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death in adolescents and young adults worldwide. Nearly three-quarters of road deaths occur in developing countries and men comprise a mean 80% of casualties. This review summarizes studies on the epidemiology of motor vehicle accidents in developing countries and examines the evidence for association with alcohol.
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Faculty of Health Sciences, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.
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D000063:Accidents, Traffic / Q000401:mortality / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D000428:Alcohol Drinking / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000453:epidemiology*; D001334:Automobile Driving / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D003906:Developing Countries; D005260:Female; D006761:Hospitals / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012737:Sex Factors; D012959:Socioeconomic Factors; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000453:epidemiology*