Abstract
Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death in adolescents and young adults worldwide. Nearly three-quarters of road deaths occur in developing countries and men comprise a mean 80% of casualties. This review summarizes studies on the epidemiology of motor vehicle accidents in developing countries and examines the evidence for association with alcohol.
Publication types
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Meta-Analysis
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Accidents, Traffic / mortality
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Accidents, Traffic / statistics & numerical data*
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Age Factors
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Alcohol Drinking / adverse effects*
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Alcohol Drinking / epidemiology*
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Automobile Driving / statistics & numerical data
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Developing Countries*
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Female
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Hospitals / statistics & numerical data
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Humans
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Male
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Sex Factors
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Socioeconomic Factors
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Wounds and Injuries / epidemiology*