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The aim is to analyze the incidence and characteristics of road traffic trauma in Accra to inform pre-hospital care policies.

January 27, 2026Open Access

Road Traffic Trauma in Accra: An Epidemiological Analysis for Pre-hospital Care System Strengthening, 2021–2026

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Epidemiological analysis highlights high road traffic injury rates in Accra, suggesting urgent policy actions for improvement.

The aim is to analyze the incidence and characteristics of road traffic trauma in Accra to inform pre-hospital care policies.
Synthesized data from the National Road Safety Authority, Ghana Police Service, and trauma registries.
Conducted a retrospective review of trauma cases at three major tertiary hospitals.
Analyzed patterns of injuries and transport methods to healthcare facilities.
Over 60% of casualties involved vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists.
High prevalence of severe head trauma, orthopaedic fractures, and multi-system injuries.
Majority of patients arrived via informal transport, leading to delays in care.

Asante et al. (2024) studied this question.

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