Arch Pediat Adol Med
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Arch Pediat Adol Med · Oct 1998
Skateboarding: more dangerous than roller skating or in-line skating.
To describe the circumstances, severity, and outcomes of skating-related injuries among children admitted to trauma centers. ⋯ Skateboarding-related injuries are more severe and have more serious consequences than roller skating or in-line skating injuries. Research is needed to identify ergonomic and behavioral factors responsible for higher head injury risk to skateboarders, and interventions are needed to reduce the risk.
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Arch Pediat Adol Med · Oct 1998
Comparative StudyEffects of providing comprehensive ambulatory services to children with chronic conditions.
To document the effects of a comprehensive program of care on the resource utilization and cost of care for children with chronic conditions. ⋯ An investment of funds by a regional insurance company was associated with reduced costs, admissions, and lengths of stay for children with chronic conditions, and resulted in significant savings for the company. This model may be applicable to other centers.