Trends in traffic accident mortality and social inequalities in Ecuador from 2011 to 2022.

Background: Traffic accidents (TA) remain a significant global public health concern, impacting low-and middle-income countries. This study aimed to describe the trend in TA mortality and inequalities in Ecuador for 2011-2022, distributed by year, gender, age group, geographical location, type of accident, and social inequalities.

Methods: An ecological study was conducted using INEC national-level data on TA fatalities in Ecuador.