Cambio de actitudes respecto al uso de casco en bicicleta después de sufrir un accidente grave

Sanmartín, M. Fernández; Rodríguez, P. Cabanas; Asencio, Mercedes Granero; Chaves, Eliana; Pérez, L. Martínez; Rodríguez, Mariano; Ferreiro, M.J.; Torres, Federico Martinón; Núñez, Antonio Rodríguez

doi:10.1016/s1695-4033(04)78247-8

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“…Nevertheless, the number of cyclists who use a helmet is increasing (Federal Statistical Bureau, Wiesbaden; GIDAS) (Figure 1). Several studies have shown that head injuries are more common and more severe when the cyclist does not wear a helmet (4-10). With regard to head injuries, the majority of studies conducted until today have focused on intracranial injuries and the severity of injury.…”

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Effectiveness of Bicycle Safety Helmets in Preventing Facial Injuries in Road Accidents

et al. 2016

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BackgroundThe effectiveness of bicycle safety helmets in preventing head injuries is well- documented. Recent studies differ regarding the effectiveness of bicycle helmets in preventing facial injuries, especially those of the mid-face and the mandible.ObjectivesThe present study was conducted to determine the protective effect of a bicycle helmet in preventing mid-face and mandibular fractures.Patients and MethodsData from an accident research unit were analyzed to collect technical collision details (relative collision speed, type of collision, collision partner, and use of a helmet) and clinical data (type of fracture).ResultsBetween 1999 and 2011, 5,350 bicycle crashes were included in the study. Of these, 175 (3.3%) had fractures of the mid-face or mandible. In total, 228 mid-face or mandibular fractures were identified. A significant correlation was found between age and relative collision speed, and the incidence of a fracture. While no significant correlation was found between the use of a helmet and the incidence of mid-facial fractures, the use of a helmet was correlated with a significantly increased incidence of mandibular fractures.ConclusionsHigher age of cyclists and increasing speed of the accident opponent significantly increase the likelihood of sustaining facial fractures. The use of bicycle helmets does not significantly reduce the incidence of mid-facial fractures, while being correlated with an even increased incidence of mandibular fractures.

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confidence: 99%