Citation

Maitra AK, Han K. Br. J. Clin. Pract. 1990; 44(12): 568-570.

Affiliation

Accident and Emergency Department, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1990, Medicom International)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

2102146

Abstract

Nine hundred and eighteen patients with glass-related injuries were studied retrospectively. Forty per cent of the injuries were due to architectural glass, which resulted in more severe injuries, required more complicated plastic/surgical repairs and needed longer treatment time. It also produced more disabilities in all age groups. These injuries can be prevented by the use of safety glass in residential buildings, a usage which should be legally enforced as in the USA.

Language: en