| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10101103 | The American Journal of Surgery | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Hanging injuries are associated with a high overall mortality rate, with the admission GCS being the best independent predictor of outcome. However, the majority of survivors have little to no functional disability. The presence of severe disability at discharge is mainly attributed to intracranial and thoracic injury.
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Authors
Matthew J. M.D., Janie B.S., Demetrios M.D., Ph.D., Ali M.D.,