Survivors of avalanche accidents: posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms and quality of life: a multicentre study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

As any traumatic event, avalanches could trigger psychological disorders on survivors. Our objectives were to determine the prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder among avalanche survivors and to evaluate post-traumatic stress disorder risks factors as well as the impact on quality of life.

Methods

A multicentre study was conducted in victims included in the North Alpine Avalanche Registry from 2014 to 2018. Data were collected through a standard questionnaire during semi-directed phone interviews. The primary outcome was the total score on the Impact of Event Scale Revised. Secondary outcomes were the Mental Component Scale and the Physical Component Scale scores of the Short Form 12 questionnaire.

Results

During the study period, 132 of 211 victims

SUBMITTER: Leonard C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8287800 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature