Long-term consequences of landmine injury: A survey of civilian survivors in Bosnia-Herzegovina 20 years after the war

Ryken, Katherine O.; Hogue, Matthew; Marsh, J. Lawrence; Schweizer, Marin L.

doi:10.1016/j.injury.2017.08.019

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“…A similar study in Afghanistan showed that 1 of every 2 victims was a person under the age of 18. 21 In another study in Russia, this figure was estimated at 1 per 4 people. 11 However, other studies suggest that unexploded landmines are considered as potential hazards for safety of children and teens under 18 years of age.…”

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Investigation of Health-Related Consequences of Landmine Explosions During the Past 4 Decades (1979-2016): A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study, Kurdistan, Iran

Fathollahi

Yari

Fatemi

et al. 2019

Disaster med. public health prep.

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Objectives:Landmines remain a potential public health concern in the western and southern border regions of Iran. The aim of this study was to assess the health-related consequences of landmine explosions in Kurdistan Province during the past 4 decades.Methods:This retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted in Kurdistan Province of Iran in 2016-2017. The data gathering process was questionnaire based. Survivors, or a member of the deceased’s family, were interviewed, and 410 questionnaires were completed. Data analysis was performed by using descriptive or analytical tests in SPSS software V.22.Results:Antipersonnel landmines caused death immediately after the explosion 32.1% of the time, and 67.9% survived with various disabilities, such as blindness, deafness, and limb amputation. Sixty-three percent of the injuries were related to limb amputation, which was the most prevalent injury among survivors. The adjusted regression test revealed a significant relationship between severity of injury and variables such as living in the villages, education, and occupation (P-value < 0.05).Conclusions:Recognizing the mined areas and intensifying clearance measures are crucial for Kurdistan Province. Providing landmine awareness programs is likely to yield useful results in reducing casualties. Also, landmine survivors should have access to physical and social rehabilitation programs.

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Investigation of Health-Related Consequences of Landmine Explosions During the Past 4 Decades (1979-2016): A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study, Kurdistan, Iran

Fathollahi

Yari

Fatemi

et al. 2019

Disaster med. public health prep.

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“…Victims of land mine blasts often require extensive and prolonged medical care and rehabilitation; this is not usually available from already poorly funded and overstretched health services (Ryken et al, 2017). In addition, mine/explosive remnants of war (ERW) risk education remained a crucial intervention as people continued to live and work in contaminated areas and in states suffering ongoing conflict, including Yemen.…”

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2023

WJEMSD

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PURPOSE:The purpose of this study is to explore the role of King Salman Relief Centre (KSRC) in providing prostheses and orthotics to amputation victims of landmine explosions in the conflict zone in Yemen.DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH: Aggregated secondary data from KSRC were analysed. Variables used include sex, age group, affected limb, type of intervention, and area of residency. Data were entered into an Excel spreadsheet and further analysed using numbers and percentages. STUDY FINDINGS: A total of 6,351 prostheses and orthotics were provided for people affected with amputations as a result of landmine explosions over a period of three years (2020)(2021)(2022) in Yemen. The project was implemented in 14 governorates of Yemen. Under the project, the majority of the limb prostheses (53.2%) and orthoses (46.8%) were provided for lower limb amputations (60.3%) due to landmine explosions in addition to those for other medical reasons (36.8%). Up to 3% of the prosthetics and orthotics were provided to victims of landmines who had their upper limbs amputated. Most of the beneficiaries of the interventions were adults (65.2%), of which 85.9% and 14.1% were males and females, respectively. The remaining 35.8% of beneficiaries were children under 18 years of age (boys comprising 64.3% and girls 35.7%) two-thirds of which were under 15 years of age.ORIGINALITY/VALUE: This is the first study in Yemen to explore the role of KSRC; however, the lessons learned from the correlation of the intervention study with the aid efforts can be used as a guide by KSRC themselves as well as by the other organisations working to deliver medical aid to conflict-ridden countries, to better manage the precious resources, and to identify any lacunae that may hinder full utilisation of the relief efforts. The data generated through these efforts can be used to further improve the efficiency of the relief effort and can guide policy-makers to judge the effectiveness of the project. This is in addition to utilising the resources diligently and closing any lacunae in the form of under-representation of any particular group of sex, age or geographic location. The study can be broadened further to include the parameters related to lifestyle, economic, and psychological benefits to the victims. RESEARCH LIMITATIONS/IMPLICATIONS: A clear correlation between the actual levels of mine contamination inYemen is not yet clear as ongoing armed conflict still acts to add to the extent and complexity of contamination, including improvised mines. Economic implications and other variables to assess the consequences of the intervention as well as amputations were not collected; this should be included in further studies.PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS: Disadvantaged countries, such as Yemen, with limited economic resources, have many obstacles to rehabilitating landmine victims due to low societal awareness, low resources, as well as the existence of war. Therefore, KSRC is an example of an effort contribution to provide much-needed humanitarian assistance and physica...

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“…A systematic mixed study analyzed 54 studies and found that between 19.5 and 82.6% of landmine victims underwent limb amputation (Frost et al, 2017). In addition, a study investigating the long-term consequences of landmine injuries in Bosnia-Herzegovina found that all survivors had to undergo at least one surgery related to their injury (Ryken et al, 2017). However, 66.6% of these individuals required a minimum of three operations due to their injuries (Ryken et al, 2017).…”

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“…In addition, a study investigating the long-term consequences of landmine injuries in Bosnia-Herzegovina found that all survivors had to undergo at least one surgery related to their injury (Ryken et al, 2017). However, 66.6% of these individuals required a minimum of three operations due to their injuries (Ryken et al, 2017). Additionally, 58.5% of survivors required assistance from a caregiver, and 63.4% had to limit attending school or work (Ryken et al, 2017).…”

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Developing a Visual Novel about Landmines: A One Health Approach

Jongkind,

Anwar

2024

OHI

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Landmines pose a serious threat to humans, the environment, and non-human animals. They are a wicked problem, and no perfect solution exists due to how they can damage the environment, put human and non-human animal lives at risk, and how recurring war increases the number of landmines globally. Landmines impact communities across the world, and there are two major pathways for dealing with landmines: Demining and education. While the value of demining cannot be overstated, the action done here focuses on the education side, and bringing awareness of landmines to youth, who are one of the most vulnerable groups. We made a visual novel using Ren’Py software and published it on online platforms Steam and Itch.io to help it reach a global audience, though it was written with youth in mind. Our project aims to open public discourse around landmines and facilitate an appreciation for the effects they have beyond just their impact on humans, focusing on equality between the pillars of One Health.

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Long-term consequences of landmine injury: A survey of civilian survivors in Bosnia-Herzegovina 20 years after the war

Cited by 9 publications

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Investigation of Health-Related Consequences of Landmine Explosions During the Past 4 Decades (1979-2016): A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study, Kurdistan, Iran

Investigation of Health-Related Consequences of Landmine Explosions During the Past 4 Decades (1979-2016): A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study, Kurdistan, Iran

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