Risk Factors for Fatal and Nonfatal Road Crashes in Iran

Mehmandar, Mohammadreza; Soori, Hamid; Amiri, Mosa; Norouzirad, Reza; Khabzkhoob, Mehdi

doi:10.5812/ircmj.10016

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“…However, mortality rate was 1.35% and 1.26% higher in stormy and foggy weather respectively in comparison to clear weather (92). In addition to this, it was reported that 82.8% of crashes occurring during winter, 60.2% during autumn and 35.8% during summer are associated with mortalities (93). …”

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Epidemiological Patterns of Road Traffic Crashes During the Last Two Decades in Iran: A Review of the Literature from 1996 to 2014

Sadeghi‐Bazargani¹,

Ayubi²,

Azami-Aghdash³

et al. 2016

Arch Trauma Res

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ContextDespite considerable attention given to health statistics of road traffic crashes (RTCs), the epidemiological aspects of injuries resulting from RTCs are not fully understood in Iran and other developing countries. The aim of this review was to study the epidemiological pattern and issues arising due to RTCs in Iran.Evidence AcquisitionThe scope of this study involves data from a broad range of published literature on RTCs in Iran. Data collection for this study was conducted by searching for keywords such as traffic accidents, traffic crashes, motorcycle accidents, motorcycle crashes, motorcycle injury, motor vehicle injury, motor vehicle crashes and motor vehicle accidents, Iran and Iranian in various databases such as Embase, PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus, Magiran, Iranian scientific information database (SID) and IranMedex.ResultsThis study comprised of 95 articles. It is evident from this review that a large number of severe RTCs occur due to collision of two or more vehicles and most of the victims are males aged between 30 and 39 years. Male pedestrian, drivers and passengers are more likely to be severely injured in comparison to females. One of the most prevalent causes of death among adults involved in the RTCs are head injuries and the majority of deaths occur prior to hospitalization. Mortality rates for RTCs are higher in summer, especially during midnight among all age groups. The most common individual and environmental risk factors associated with RTCs include lack of attention, getting trapped in the car, listening to music, fatigue and sleepiness, duration and distance and negligence of seatbelt usage while driving.ConclusionsThe findings of the current study will be beneficial in prevention of RTCs and its associated complications and hence will be vital for policy makers, health service managers and stakeholders.

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Epidemiological Patterns of Road Traffic Crashes During the Last Two Decades in Iran: A Review of the Literature from 1996 to 2014

Sadeghi‐Bazargani¹,

Ayubi²,

Azami-Aghdash³

et al. 2016

Arch Trauma Res

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“…The odds of fatal accidents were higher in autumn than in winter. Seasons exert a significant impact on road accidents and deaths (9,21). In a study conducted in Iran, the highest and the lowest death rates were found out to be in winter and in summer, respectively (21).…”

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“…Seasons exert a significant impact on road accidents and deaths (9,21). In a study conducted in Iran, the highest and the lowest death rates were found out to be in winter and in summer, respectively (21). A study conducted in the United States showed that the severity of accidents was higher in autumn and in winter than in spring (9).…”

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“…The largest number of road accidents occurred in the interval between afternoons and midnights; in addition, the largest number of accidents leading to death occurred in the time interval between 08:00 pm and 11:59 pm, and 04:00 pm and 07:59 pm. Time intervals have a great impact on the number of deaths and accidents (21). In a study in Iran, according to the data obtained from the Traffic Police, the highest rates of damage and deaths were attributed to accidents occurred at sunrise and sunset (10).…”

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Factors contributing to fatal road traffic accidents in the South of Kerman during the period from 2013 to 2017, Iran

Nasiri

Nazari

Kamali

et al. 2019

JOHE

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Article InfoBackground: Several factors influence the growth in the number of road traffic accidents and the resulting death rate. Road accident scenarios can be considered in different seasons and time intervals. In the present study, the role of factors effective in the growth of the number of accidents was explored in the south of Kerman during the period from 2013 to 2017. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, the data were collected from the Traffic Police Unit's database in the south of Kerman during the period from 2013 to 2017. The data obtained included the time of the day, roads of accidents, numbers of fatal accidents, and years of occurrence. The data were analysed using the logistic regression. Results: After examining the role of various factors in fatal road traffic accidents, it became clear that the chances of death were higher in road accidents on main roads (OR = 1.30; 95%CI=1.02-1.70; p=0.037) than on rural roads. In terms of the seasons of occurrence, death rates were higher in autumn (OR= 1.30; 95%CI=1.02-1.80; p=0.027) than in winter. From among the effective factors, overspeed (OR= 1.90; 95%CI=1.40-2.50; p<0.001) and deviation to the left lane (OR = 2.20; 95% CI = 1.70-2.90; p-value<0.001) were more likely to lead to death than drowsiness and inattention to the front. Conclusion: The results showed that overspeed, deviation to the left lane, as well as accidents on main roads, and in autumn resulted in an increase in the mortality rate. The severity of road accidents would probably decrease in the region by paying more attention to main roads especially in autumn and training drivers.

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“…In terms of traffic accident mortality, Iran is among the world's leading countries (1). According to the world health organization (WHO), road crashes are the ninth most frequent cause of death, especially in countries with low or average income (2).…”

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Prevalence of Addiction and Smoking and Their Relationship With Blood Parameters Among Drivers in Zahedan

Ansari‐Moghaddam

Ansari

Mohammadi

et al. 2016

Int J High Risk Behav Addict

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BackgroundAlthough smoking and drug use are the major causes of accidents and death of drivers, few studies have been conducted on the prevalence of smoking and its associated factors in this occupational group.ObjectivesThe current study aimed to investigate the prevalence of smoking and its relationship with blood parameters among drivers in Zahedan city, Iran.Patients and MethodsIn this study, 1836 inner and intercity drivers were investigated in 2013 in terms of smoking and drug use and blood parameters. Data were obtained through in-depth interviews and necessary examinations and tests, and were analyzed by Stata.12 software using Chi-square, independent t-test, and multiple regression analysis at significance level of 0.05.ResultsGenerally, four drivers were addicted to drugs and smoked as well. Two-hundred and eighty eight drivers (15.8%) reported daily smoking. Variables of age, education, and type of vehicle showed a significant relationship with smoking. No significant difference was found in blood parameters between the smokers and non-smokers.ConclusionsDespite relatively high prevalence of smoking than drug use in Zahedan drivers, there are few reports of these behaviors. Laboratory tests cannot suitably measure substance use due to their interference with other substances. Considering adverse effects of smoking on health and driving, it is necessary to train drivers to reduce or stop smoking during driving.

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Risk Factors for Fatal and Nonfatal Road Crashes in Iran

Cited by 17 publications

References 25 publications

Epidemiological Patterns of Road Traffic Crashes During the Last Two Decades in Iran: A Review of the Literature from 1996 to 2014

Epidemiological Patterns of Road Traffic Crashes During the Last Two Decades in Iran: A Review of the Literature from 1996 to 2014

Factors contributing to fatal road traffic accidents in the South of Kerman during the period from 2013 to 2017, Iran

Prevalence of Addiction and Smoking and Their Relationship With Blood Parameters Among Drivers in Zahedan

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