Publications by Jessica T Villalba

Publications by authors named "Jessica T Villalba"

World J Orthop

July 2024

- Occupational hand and wrist injuries (OHWIs) represented 20.3% of 2,101 work-related accidents treated in a Colombian hospital, predominantly affecting men aged around 31, especially in the mining industry.
- Most injuries involved the right upper extremity, with common types including contusions (42.1%) and lacerations (27.9%), primarily impacting the phalanges of the first finger.
- The study highlights the need for targeted preventive measures for specific risk groups, particularly for male miners in Cundinamarca, who face longer rehabilitation and potential permanent limitations due to OHWIs.

- Jessica T Villalba's recent research focuses on the epidemiology of occupational hand and wrist injuries (OHWIs), highlighting their significance as a major contributor to work-related accidents in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in Colombia.
- A descriptive study conducted at a referral center revealed that OHWIs constitute approximately 25% of work-related injuries, with over 500,000 reported occupational accidents in Colombia during 2021 alone.
- The findings underscore the urgent need for targeted interventions and preventative measures to address OHWIs in the workplace, reflecting a rising concern for worker safety and injury management in the region.