Alcohol use is associated with intracranial hemorrhage in older emergency department head trauma patients
Alexander Zirulnik,
Shan Liu,
Mike Wells
et al.
Abstract:ObjectivesFalls are common in adults aged 65 years and older and are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in this age group. Alcohol use may increase the risk of falls as well as the severity of resultant injuries. The aim of this study was to examine the association between self‐reported alcohol use and the prevalence of intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) in this patient group.MethodsThis was a secondary analysis of the Geriatric Head Trauma Short Term Outcomes Project (GREAT STOP), a study of older adult… Show more
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