How do the FIFA World Cup 2018 and the 2016 UEFA championships impact a pediatric emergency department?

Alesandrini, M.; Hauet, M.; Dezavelle, S.; Maria, Michele De; Borsa-Dorion, A.; Gatin, A.; Wiedemann, Arnaud

doi:10.1016/j.arcped.2021.02.011

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“…The results of the Orthopedic Surgery Department’s response to the World Cup in Qatar align with previous research on the impact of large-scale sporting events on healthcare systems, where significantly increased patient volume and a greater demand for additional resources, including staff and equipment, are often observed [ 11 , 12 ].…”

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Trauma and orthopaedic surgery response at the world’s largest sporting event: an analysis of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Salman,

Alzobi,

Hatnouly

et al. 2023

International Orthopaedics (SICOT)

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Purpose The purpose of this study is to analyse the impact of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 on the Orthopaedic Surgery department at Hamad Medical Corporation and its response to the challenges posed by the world’s largest sporting event. Methods A retrospective analysis was conducted on the epidemiology, crisis management plan, and training program adaptations at the Orthopaedic Surgery department during the World Cup. Descriptive analysis of the number and types of surgeries performed, patient demographics, and the disaster preparedness plan were performed. Results During the tournament period (November–December 2022), 706 patients (4.22% football fans) were operated on, with an average age of 44 ± 17 years. Most patients were males, 67%. Of the 706 patients, 60.33% were emergency cases, 38.24% were elective, 1.27% were limb-saving, and one life-saving procedure was performed, comparable to pre-tournament numbers. The patients were of 77 different nationalities, reflecting the diverse background of Qatar’s population and the international fanbase of the tournament. Conclusions This analysis provides valuable insights for future mega sporting events and highlights the importance of crisis management and training program adaptation for optimal patient care and resident training advancement. The findings demonstrate the crucial role of the Orthopaedic Surgery Department in responding to the challenges posed by large-scale events.

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Trauma and orthopaedic surgery response at the world’s largest sporting event: an analysis of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Salman,

Alzobi,

Hatnouly

et al. 2023

International Orthopaedics (SICOT)

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“…There have been varied opinions amongst health care workers globally as to whether large-scale sporting events have a modulating effect on healthcare systems [ 5 , 7 , 8 , 15 – 17 ]. Our study is the first to assess the relationship between the trauma burden and large sporting events in a South African setting.…”

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“…In a retrospective study from Portugal examining Lisbon’s largest football Derby, 20% less patients were treated during the match. Alesandrini et al reported that paediatric visits to French hospitals, including children accompanied by their fathers, decreased significantly when the French national team played [ 15 ].…”

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Impact of the Soweto football derby on the trauma emergency department at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, a tertiary level hospital in South Africa

Baggott,

Kruger,

Pretorius

2024

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Introduction The Soweto Derby is one of Africa’s largest football derbies. The two rival teams, Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates, both originate in Soweto, a sprawling township 20km outside Johannesburg. Soweto is infamous for the high levels of violent crime and trauma, but also for Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (CHBAH), with one of the world’s largest trauma emergency departments (ED). Research globally, describing the impact of sports events on public health care systems is conflicting, with evidence showing both increases and decreases in spectator related trauma. This paper seeks to describe the trauma burden during the Soweto Derby and add to the research concerning trauma relating to sporting derbies in low to middle income countries. Objectives To analyze the impact of the Soweto Derby on the trauma ED at CHBAH over a 24-hour period. Methods A retrospective comparative study at the CHBAH Trauma ED of 13 Soweto Derbies played over a 5 year period between 2015–2019, compared to the corresponding non-Soweto Derby days of the preceding year. Patients were triaged according to the South African Triage Scale and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) principles. Data was organized into 3 time frames where the triage score and mechanism of injuries were compared: 1) 4 hours pre-match, 2) 2 hours during the match, and 3) 18 hours post-match. Results Thirteen Soweto Derbies and 2552 patients were included. The median age was 29 with males accounting for 73.4% of all trauma cases. Significantly more P1 patients presented during the Soweto Derby. Pre-match there were 3x less P1 patients presenting to the ED (4.7% vs 12%, p = 0.044). During the match, there was a 40% drop in males presenting to ED (5.95% vs 9.45%, p = 0.015). Post-match there was a significant increase in P1 patients treated (17.4% vs 13.5%, p = 0.021)), with the majority being young males. There was no increase in either female or paediatric visits to the ED. Conclusion The Soweto Derby has a direct effect on the trauma burden at CHBAH, with more P1 patients presenting post-match. Young African males are disproportionally affected by severe trauma requiring increased health care resources in an already overburdened hospital.

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“…Similarly, a study conducted by Alesandrini et al . 4 in Nancy, France, revealed significant disparities in Pediatric Emergency Department attendance during the 2018 FIFA-WC and the 2016 UEFA championships 4 .…”

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From tackles to trauma: investigating the influence of the FIFA World Cup 2022 on public maxillofacial department in qatar. an observational study

Hamze,

El Omri,

Derbas

et al. 2023

International Journal of Surgery

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How do the FIFA World Cup 2018 and the 2016 UEFA championships impact a pediatric emergency department?

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Trauma and orthopaedic surgery response at the world’s largest sporting event: an analysis of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Trauma and orthopaedic surgery response at the world’s largest sporting event: an analysis of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Impact of the Soweto football derby on the trauma emergency department at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, a tertiary level hospital in South Africa

From tackles to trauma: investigating the influence of the FIFA World Cup 2022 on public maxillofacial department in qatar. an observational study

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