Fatal head injuries in ground-level falls.

摘要: We analyzed 75 cases of fatal ground-level falls that were investigated by the King County Medical Examiner over a 48-month period, with autopsies performed on 87% deaths: 69% men and 61% occurred in ages > or = 70 years; only 12% aged < 50 years, youngest 28 years. Most about residence, many individuals known to have fallen onto hard surfaces. In 77% there was significant pre-existing natural disease, mostly cardiovascular disease. Liver disease more frequently contributing factor those Ethanol present 48% tested, than women. Basal skull fractures 37% cases, acute subdural hematomas, most common intracranial lesion, 85%. concluded much elderly persons, owing greater predisposition falling, as well intrinsic age-related changes, including susceptibility hematoma.