Characteristics of Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) Interventions for Burn Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Wejnarski Arkadiusz, Leszczyński Piotr Konrad, Biadun Maja, Malm Maria, Mitura Kryspin, Sholokhova Daryna, Rzońca Patryk, Gałązkowski Robert, Marzec Leszek
Primary Institution: Department of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Siedlce
Hypothesis
The study aims to outline the profile of burn patients and analyze medical procedures implemented by HEMS in Poland.
Conclusion
The study found that HEMS crews frequently intervene for male burn patients with a mean age of 35 years, often transporting them to specialized burn treatment centers.
Supporting Evidence
- Men suffered burns three times more often than women.
- 63.74% of patients were transported to Burn Treatment Centers.
- Pain levels decreased significantly after treatment by HEMS crews.
Takeaway
This study shows that most burn patients helped by helicopter teams are men around 35 years old, and they often go to special hospitals for treatment.
Methodology
The study analyzed 2154 interventions by air emergency medical teams for burn patients from 2018 to 2022 using statistical methods.
Potential Biases
Some medical records had missing information, which limited data on patient demographics.
Limitations
The data analyzed partially covered the COVID-19 pandemic period, which may have affected the number and nature of incidents.
Participant Demographics
The majority of patients were male (73.07%) with a mean age of 35.05 years; 31.24% were pediatric patients.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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