Auger injuries in children

A 6-year review of auger injuries in Manitoba children revealed that 23 children sustained major injuries resulting in amputation of 17 limbs. Auger injuries are the main cause of traumatic amputation in children in Manitoba. Improved safety education for the entire farm family as well as better des...

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Published in:	Canadian Medical Association journal Vol. 118; no. 5; pp. 519 - 522
Main Authors:	Letts, R. M, Gammon, W
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Canada Can Med Assoc 04-03-1978
Subjects:	Agriculture Amputation Amputation, Traumatic - surgery Arm Injuries - etiology Arm Injuries - surgery Artificial Limbs Child Child, Preschool Female Humans Leg Injuries - etiology Leg Injuries - surgery Male Protective Devices
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Summary:	A 6-year review of auger injuries in Manitoba children revealed that 23 children sustained major injuries resulting in amputation of 17 limbs. Auger injuries are the main cause of traumatic amputation in children in Manitoba. Improved safety education for the entire farm family as well as better design of safety shields would decrease this carnage.
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ISSN:	0008-4409