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ArticleUlusal travma ve acil cerrahi dergisi = Turkish journal of trauma & emergency surgery : TJTES2024

Clinical properties and rehabilitation needs of earthquake survivors in a subacute rehabilitation setting.

Emine Esra Bilir, Pinar Borman, Ayşe Merve Ata, Ebru Alemdaroğlu, Hatice Bodur, Burcu Yanık, Fatma Yurdakul, Bilge Kesikburun, Tuba Güler, Bedriye Başkan and 3 more

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Emine Esra BilirDepartmant of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Pinar BormanDepartment of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Univercity of Health Sciences Gulhane Faculty of Medicine, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Ayşe Merve AtaDepartmant of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Ebru AlemdaroğluDepartment of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Univercity of Health Sciences Gulhane Faculty of Medicine, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Hatice BodurDepartmant of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Yıldırım Beyazıt Univercity, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Burcu YanıkDepartmant of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Fatma YurdakulDepartment of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Univercity of Health Sciences Gulhane Faculty of Medicine, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Bilge KesikburunDepartment of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Univercity of Health Sciences Gulhane Faculty of Medicine, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Tuba GülerDepartment of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Univercity of Health Sciences Gulhane Faculty of Medicine, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Bedriye BaşkanDepartmant of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Selami AkkuşDepartmant of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Yıldırım Beyazıt Univercity, Ankara Bilkent City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Oznur UzunDepartmant of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Sincan Doctor Nafiz Körfez State Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.
Evren YaşarDepartment of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Univercity of Health Sciences Gulhane Faculty of Medicine, Ankara City Hospital, Ankara-Türkiye.

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backgroundThis descriptive analysis examines the victims of the February 6, 2023, earthquakes in Kahramanmaraş and Elbistan, Türkiye. It aims to detail the injury profiles related to neuro-musculoskeletal trauma, assess the rehabilitation needs of patients, and propose a comprehensive rehabilitation approach.

methodsThe study included patients injured in the Kahramanmaraş-centered earthquake on February 6, 2023, who were transported to our hospital based on their rehabilitation needs. Data from patients treated at our hospital were recorded retrospectively. This included demographic information, accompanying pathologies, laboratory findings, rehabilitation programs, and treatments received during their hospital stay. Statistical analyses were conducted to examine the data.

resultsA total of 141 patients with musculoskeletal injuries were admitted due to injuries sustained from the earthquake. The mean age of the participants was 39.76 years, with a slight female predominance (56.7%). The majority of patients sustained injuries while trapped under debris (90.1%), with an average duration of 10 hours under rubble. Fractures were the most common form of injury (53.2%), predominantly affecting the lower extremities. Peripheral nerve injuries were present in 41.1% of patients, and amputations were observed in 30.5%. Complications included compartment syndrome (46.1%), crush syndrome (36.2%), and various infections. Pain was prevalent among patients, with somatic pain being the most reported type. Individualized rehabilitation programs were implemented, incorporating physical therapy, wound care, pain management, and psychosocial support.

conclusionThis study highlights the critical rehabilitation needs of earthquake survivors and emphasizes the importance of early and comprehensive rehabilitation interventions. Multidisciplinary rehabilitation programs were crucial in addressing medical issues, functional limitations, and psychological challenges faced by the survivors. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of earthquake-related injuries and underscore the significance of well-coordinated rehabilitation strategies in disaster responses.

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EarthquakesFractures, BoneAdultAmputation, SurgicalFemaleHeadHumansMaleRetrospective Studies

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PMCPMC11065973

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