Effect of regional trauma centralization on volume, injury severity and outcomes of injured patients admitted to trauma centres

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Abstract

MTC designation leads to an increased case volume with considerable implications for operating theatre capacity and bed occupancy. Although no mortality benefit was demonstrated within 6 months of establishing this trauma network, early detectable advantages included improved functional outcome at discharge.

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