Human and Economic Costs of Pediatric Firearm Injury

Purpose Pediatric firearm injury is a national crisis that inflicts significant trauma. No studies have captured risk factors for readmissions after firearm injury, including cost analysis. Methods Nationwide Readmissions Database (2010-2014) was queried for patients...

Pediatric Firearm Injuries and Fatalities: Do Disparities Exist?

Objective To evaluate racial disparities among White and Black pediatric firearm injury patients on a national level. Background Pediatric firearm-related morbidity and mortality are rising in the United States. There is a paucity of data examining racial disparities...