Table 5:
GCS Deficit & Outcomes in Geriatric Age Subgroups
Non-motor only deficits | Motor only deficits | p-value | |
---|---|---|---|
66-75 years | |||
Severe TBI | 1919 (41.2%) | 3326 (39.5%) | 0.051 |
Craniotomy | 267 (5.7%) | 457 (5.4%) | 0.460 |
TCN | 2904 (62.4%) | 5450 (64.7%) | 0.009 |
76-85 years | |||
Severe TBI | 2084 (42.6%) | 3646 (38.5%) | <0.001 |
Craniotomy | 243 (5.0%) | 452 (4.8%) | 0.600 |
TCN | 2915 (59.6%) | 5571 (58.8%) | 0.340 |
86+ years | |||
Severe TBI | 1481 (36.6%) | 3005 (32.4%) | <0.001 |
Craniotomy | 98 (2.4%) | 167 (1.8%) | 0.019 |
TCN | 2034 (50.3%) | 4438 (47.9%) | 0.012 |
Numbers reported are N (%)
TBI, traumatic brain injury; TCN, trauma center need