Abstract
Road traffic injuries (RTI) are important public health problem globally. Accurate data about RTIs and its subsequent health consequences are essential to monitor the effectiveness of current RTI prevention measures and to readdress policies.
Objective
We presented the surveillance of RTI in Kwai Tsing by integrating data from traffic accident data system (TRADS) and injury surveillance system (ISS) from Princess Margaret Hospital.
Method
Retrospective observational study to examine traffic-related injuries by integrating data from TRADS and ISS databases. A multivariate analysis was performed to identify risk factors associated with hospital admissions in RTI.
Result
A total of 725 patients were included. About 19% of the visits led to hospitalisation and six deaths (0.83%) were reported. Pedestrian elders were significantly more at risk to traffic injury mortality and hospitalisation.
Conclusion
This study demonstrates the feasibility of an integrated surveillance system for RTI based on existing local databases. Special preventive measures should be tailored for pedestrian and elderly to improve their safety by improving the quality of their walking environment.