The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology
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Ann. Otol. Rhinol. Laryngol. · Jan 2021
Head and Neck Injuries from Rock Climbing: A Query of the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System.
We describe the incidence and characteristics of patients with head and neck injuries from rock climbing who present to United States emergency departments and evaluate predictors of hospitalization. ⋯ Concussions and facial lacerations are the most common head and neck injuries from rock climbing. Males more commonly suffer severe injuries. Falls over 20 ft are associated with more severe injuries and an increased likelihood of hospitalization.