Survey of major trauma centre preparedness for mass casualty incidents in Australia, Canada, England and New Zealand.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Mass casualty incidents (MCIs) are increasing. Trauma centres play a key role in MCIs due to their readiness and expansive multidisciplinary expertise for injury management. Previous studies have shown deficiencies in trauma centre disaster preparedness. The aim of this study was to describe the current disaster preparedness of Major Trauma Centres (MTCs) in Australia, Canada, England and New Zealand.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey of all (n = 82) MTCs was undertaken. The anonymous survey collected data about disaster preparedness in nine key areas. Respondents were encouraged to consult appropriately at their centre to provide an accurate representation of their centre's preparedness.

Findings

Responses were received from 69 (84%) centres; 61 comp

SUBMITTER: Gabbe BJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7201027 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature