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Objectives. IncidenceAnatomyPathophysiologyClassificationAccident scene managementResuscitationAssessmentIntervention. Incidence. 4.0 to 5.3 per 100.000 population
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1. TRAUMA OF SPINE & SPINAL CORD Dr K. Bougoulias
Orthopaedic & Trauma surgeon
MSc Sports & Exercise Medicine
Diploma Orth and Trauma
2. Objectives Incidence
Anatomy
Pathophysiology
Classification
Accident scene management
Resuscitation
Assessment
Intervention
3. Incidence 4.0 to 5.3 per 100.000 population 12000 new spinal cord inj per year
( Thurman et al, paraplegia 1994)
Neurological deficits 10 to 25% with 40% in cervical spine and 20% thoracolumbar spine
4. Incidence Motor vehicle accidents 45%
Falls 20%
Sports 15%
Acts of violence 15%
Other 5%