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Distribution of dorsal spine and other injuries (n=321/2650) noted in 2466 patients included in the study
| Body site | Nature of injury | n (%) | Remarks | Final outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorsal spine injury (n=248; 9.3%) | Dorsal lumbar spine injury with neurologically intact | 219 (8.2) | Improved | |
| Dorsal lumbar spine injury with paraplegia | 29 (1.0) | Discharged in paraplegic state | ||
| Other injuries (n = 73; 2.7%) | Degloving, bruising minor fractures, laceration etc. | 73 (2.0) | All improved |
