Effects of Injury Registry Data on Policymaking, Hospitalizations, and Mortality: Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Brazilian project, launched in 2021, aims to establish a nationwide injury registry that systematically collects detailed information on incidents and individuals across the country, regardless of injury severity. The registry integrates information from prehospital and hospital care, various health systems lacking interoperability, and data from sectors such as firefighters and police. Its primary aim is to enhance health surveillance by providing timely, high-quality information that guides prevention strategies and informs policymaking. In addition, the project seeks to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with injuries.

Objective

This study aimed to investigate the effects of injury registry data on policymaking, hospitalization rates or duration, and

SUBMITTER: Medeiros-de-Souza AC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12422531 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature