Traumatic Rupture of Aorta Should Be Ruled Out in Severe Injuries from Paragliding: Report of Three Cases

Navarrete-Navarro, Pedro; Macías, Inés; López-Mutuberría, Maria Teresa; Pérez, José Pedro López; Manzano, Francisco; García, Manuel; Rodríguez, Aurelio

doi:10.1097/00005373-200203000-00027

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“…Therefore, we are not able to discuss the importance of traumatic aortic rupture as a hidden and missed injury, as described in the literature. 13,31,32 In comparison with a case of suicide, in which a skydiver manipulated his rescue system, 33 suicidal intentions were suggested in only 1 case with an unclosed harness. The suicide suggestion was ruled out later by witness testimony.…”

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Foot-Launched Flying Sport Fatalities in the Canton of Berne, Switzerland

Soldati

Jackowski

Schön

2022

Wilderness & Environmental Medicine

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Introduction-Foot-launched flying sports such as paragliding, hang gliding, and speedflying are popular recreational activities that all pose a significant risk of accidents resulting in injuries or fatalities. We describe the epidemiology, incident circumstances, and findings of forensic examinations of fatalities in these sports.Methods-In this retrospective analysis, we analyzed different parameters of paragliding, hang gliding, and speedflying fatalities in the canton of Berne, Switzerland, between 2000 and 2018. The data sources were police reports, forensic medical reports, the Swiss Hang Gliding Association, and the Swiss Council for Accident Prevention.Results-In the given period, 40 incidents resulting in 42 fatalities were recorded (2 incidents involved 2-seaters). Three of the 40 incidents did not fulfill the inclusion criteria and were excluded. The deadliest phase was midflight. Collapse of the glider (n=9; 36%) was the leading cause of accidents among paraglider pilots. Multiple trauma (n=21; 54%) was the most frequent cause of death. In the forensic examination, all deaths (n=39) were assessed as accidents.Conclusions-The different categories of foot-launched flying sports varied in the causes of accidents and deaths. Fatalities in speedflying involved young pilots exposing themselves to high-risk situations. Fatalities may be prevented by enhancing education and training and promoting a cautious attitude among pilots.

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“…Therefore, we are not able to discuss the importance of traumatic aortic rupture as a hidden and missed injury, as described in the literature. 13,31,32…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Foot-Launched Flying Sport Fatalities in the Canton of Berne, Switzerland

Soldati

Jackowski

Schön

2022

Wilderness & Environmental Medicine

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Mei-Dan²

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Adventure and Extreme Sports Injuries

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Verletzungsmuster und sportartbedingte Belastungen beim Gleitschirmfliegen

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Schröter²

2005

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Paragliding is known as a high risk sport with a substantial rate of severe and fatal injuries. Analysis of typical injury mechanisms and statistics showed that the total rate of paragliding injuries has decreased in recent years for an increasing number of pilots. In 2003, the rate of severe and fatal injuries in paragliding was less than that of other air sports and motorcycling. Through the introduction of a spine protector system in Germany and Austria, the number of vertebral fractures decreased significantly between 2000 and 2003. Most other injuries, especially of the lower extremities, could be avoided by adequate and farsighted flight behavior. Qualified instruction with regular training, standardized development of safety equipment and consequent analysis of paragliding injuries will help to improve the safety status in paragliding.

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Traumatic Rupture of Aorta Should Be Ruled Out in Severe Injuries from Paragliding: Report of Three Cases

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Foot-Launched Flying Sport Fatalities in the Canton of Berne, Switzerland

Foot-Launched Flying Sport Fatalities in the Canton of Berne, Switzerland

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Verletzungsmuster und sportartbedingte Belastungen beim Gleitschirmfliegen

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