Tropical medicine & international health : TM & IH
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Trop. Med. Int. Health · May 1997
Meta AnalysisRoad traffic injuries in developing countries: a comprehensive review of epidemiological studies.
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.