Spectrum of all-terrain vehicle injuries in adults: A case series and review of the literature

Abstract

A paucity of research outside of North America is highlighted by this case series. Mandatory reporting of ATV related injury, educational, training and legislative measures are suggested as injury prevention strategies.

Ability of youth operators to reach agricultural all-terrain vehicles controls

“…Failing to activate the ATV brakes limits the youth's ability to reduce the speed or to stop the vehicle, which likely prevents them from avoiding unexpected hazards, such as obstacles or bystanders (Fathallah et al, 2008). In fact, previous research has shown that a significant number of ATV incidents include hitting a stationary object (Balthrop et al, 2007;Concannon et al, 2012;Helmkamp et al, 2011;Jennissen, Wetjen, Hoogerwerf, O'Donnell, & Denning, 2018;Lower & Herde, 2012).…”

Comment on: Patterns of cervical spine injuries in adults at a major trauma center in Saudi Arabia

“…All-terrain vehicles riders were found to be significantly younger and more severely injured with a higher incidence of head and neck injury (56% vs. 30%, p<0.001). 5 Another article evaluated the differences in injury patterns according to seat position: i) Victims who were front seated passengers had the highest mortality. ii) Rear seat passengers were found to be at greater risk for serious traumatic brain injuries (BTIs).…”