Citation

Smith GA. Pediatrics 2001; 107(6): E106.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, American Academy of Pediatrics)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

11389304

Abstract

In the United States, approximately 9,400 children younger than 18 years receive emergency treatment annually for lawn mower-related injuries. More than 7% of these children require hospitalization, and power mowers cause a large proportion of the amputations during childhood. Prevention of lawn mower-related injuries can be achieved by design changes of lawn mowers, guidelines for mower operation, and education of parents, child caregivers, and children. Pediatricians have an important role as advocates and educators to promote the prevention of these injuries.