Publications by authors named "George Beeton"
Introduction: Despite the increasing amount of evidence supporting its use, cell salvage (CS) remains an underutilized resource in operative trauma care in many hospitals. We aim to evaluate the utilization of CS in adult trauma patients and associated outcomes to provide evidence-based recommendations.
Methods: A systematic review was conducted using PubMed, Google Scholar, and CINAHL.
Introduction: We aim to investigate disparities & inequities based on race, sex, graduating age, and the number of peer-reviewed publications among allopathic U.S. Doctor of Medicine graduates who reported entering a surgical training program over a span of 5 y.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Although it has been established that electrolyte abnormalities are a consequence of traumatic brain injury (TBI), the degree to which electrolyte imbalances impact patient outcomes has not been fully established. We aim to determine the impact of sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium abnormalities on outcomes in patients with TBI.
Methods: Four databases were searched for studies related to the impact of electrolyte abnormalities on outcomes for TBI patients.
Introduction: Riding a motorcycle without a helmet represents a public health risk that can result in disabling injuries or death. We aim to provide a comprehensive analysis of the impact of helmet use on motorcycle injuries, injury types, and fatalities, to highlight areas requiring future intervention.
Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort study utilizing the American College of Surgeons Trauma Quality Program Participant Use File between 2017 and 2020 analyzing motorcycle associated injuries and fatalities in adult patients with moderate and severe injury severity score in relation to helmet use.
Purpose: The process and outcomes of delivering medical care for chronic low back pain might affect patient satisfaction. We aimed to determine the associations of process and outcomes with patient satisfaction.
Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study of patient satisfaction among adult participants with chronic low back pain in a national pain research registry using self-reported measures of physician communication, physician empathy, current physician opioid prescribing for low back pain, and outcomes pertaining to pain intensity, physical function, and health-related quality of life.
Introduction: A debate currently exists regarding the efficacy of pigtail catheters vs chest tubes in the management of thoracic trauma. This meta-analysis aims to compare the outcomes of pigtail catheters vs chest tubes in adult trauma patients with thoracic injuries.
Methods: This systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted using PRISMA guidelines and registered with PROSPERO.
Introduction: Current literature contains an extensive number of analyses on the diagnostic value and utilization of the direct rectal exam in trauma patients. Presently, ATLS recommends the application of the digital rectal exam in trauma patients following a primary assessment of traumatic injuries. We aim to assess the validity and diagnostic value of the digital rectal exam in trauma populations.
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- - The study investigates injuries and fatalities linked to electric vehicle (EV) collisions in the US, using data from 2014 to 2020, and finds that while the fatality rate per capita remained stable, overall EV fatalities increased significantly during this period.
- - Most EV fatalities occurred on local roads, with notable factors including speeding (46%), fire (14%), and intoxication (38%), and specific models like Tesla Model S, Kia Niro, and Hyundai IONIQ had higher fatality rates per capita.
- - Comparisons show that the Hyundai IONIQ had a significantly lower fatality per capita than its gasoline counterpart, the Hyundai Elantra, suggesting differences in safety outcomes between EVs and traditional vehicles.
Background: Motorcycle road traffic collisions are a major cause of mortality in the United States. We aimed to analyze the temporal and statewide trends in motorcycle collision fatalities (MCFs) nationwide and their association with state laws regarding motorcycle helmet requirements, lane splitting, speeding, intoxicating driving, and red light cameras.
Methods: A retrospective review of United States MCF/capita from 2015 to 2019 was performed using the Fatality Analysis Reporting System database.