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. 1990 Nov;80(11):1388–1390. doi: 10.2105/ajph.80.11.1388

Incidence of bicycle-related injuries in a defined population.

D C Thompson 1, R S Thompson 1, F P Rivara 1
PMCID: PMC1404908  PMID: 2240316

Abstract

Population-based incidence rates for head injuries and total injuries resulting from bicycle crashes were calculated in a Seattle, Washington health maintenance organization population. Overall rates were 163 per 100,000 for all injuries and 42/100,000 for head injuries. Individuals between 5 and 14 years of age are at highest risk for bicycle-related injuries. The data are presented for their potential utility in program planning.

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