Road traffic injuries in developing countries: A comprehensive review of epidemiological studies: A comprehensive review of epidemiological studies

W. Odero; Paul Garner; A. Zwi

doi:10.1111/j.1365-3156.1997.tb00167.x

Road traffic injuries in developing countries: A comprehensive review of epidemiological studies: A comprehensive review of epidemiological studies

W. Odero
, Paul Garner
, A. Zwi

Clinical Sciences

Moi University
London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

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Abstract

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.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	445-460
Number of pages	16
Journal	Tropical Medicine & International Health
Volume	2
Issue number	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-3156.1997.tb00167.x
Publication status	Published - 1 Jan 1997

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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

Developing countries
Fatalities
Traffic injuries

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