Rate of minor injuries patients’ attendance at surgical emergency departments, Ain Shams University Hospitals (original) (raw)

Minor injuries contribute significantly to emergency department visits, with this study investigating the rate of such attendances at Ain Shams University Hospitals over nine months. Out of 34,838 total patients, 8,615 presented with minor injuries, predominantly male and adults, with contusions being the most common injury. The findings suggest that minor injuries account for nearly a quarter of all emergency visits, highlighting the need for improved triage and public awareness to enhance healthcare resource utilization.