Publications by authors named "Sachiko Okuaki"
Acute Med Surg
November 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study examined medical services provided to over 15,000 athletes during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games, focusing on the emergency department within the polyclinic established in the Athletes' Village.
- From July 13 to September 8, 2021, data showed a total of 12,318 triage cases during the Olympics (with 75 treated in the ER) and 8,398 cases during the Paralympics (with 94 treated in the ER).
- The findings highlighted common health issues, such as musculoskeletal problems during the Olympics and ear, nose, and throat issues during the Paralympics, with insights aimed at enhancing medical services and infection prevention for future events.
