Epidemiology and outcome of trauma victims admitted in trauma centers of tertiary care hospitals - A multicentric study in India.

Background: Roadside trauma in India is an increasingly significant problem, particularly because of bad roads, irregular road signs, overcrowding, overspeeding, and bad traffic etiquettes. Adequate information on the characteristics of victims, causes of accidents, frequency, vehicles involved, alcohol intake, and outcome of management is essential for understanding and planning for better management.

Aim: This study aimed to determine the characteristics of trauma (roadside accidents) victims admitted to various trauma centers in India.