Cow-Related Injuries in Wisconsin During 2017-2023.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The dairy industry-a key industry for the economy-remains a potentially hazardous industry across the nation. The literature on animal-related injuries in the agriculture industry is sparse. This analysis aimed to describe cow-related injuries, the utilization of workers' compensation, and the circumstances of the injuries.

Methods

This mixed methods analysis of agricultural injuries focused on cow-related injuries in hospital discharge and workers' compensation data during 2017-2023. Cases, aged 12 or older, were identified in the hospital discharge data using ICD10-CM codes. Cow-related claim injury narratives and industry and occupation data were extracted from workers' compensation data.

Results

During 2017-2023, cow-related injuries represented 13.1%

SUBMITTER: Modji KKS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12421713 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature