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Final ID: Poster #: EDU-016

Un-fore-gettable: Radiologic Findings of Pediatric Golf Cart Related Injuries

Purpose or Case Report: Golf carts are widely available throughout the United States and increasing in popularity, especially for recreation and modes of transportation. They are generally considered a safe mode of transportation, likely due to their low speed. However, they lack basic safety gear and consistent safety regulations at the federal or state level, with some states allowing children as young as 14 years of age to operate the vehicle. Pediatric golf cart related injuries have risen to more than 6,500 a year, with the majority of injuries occurring to those less than 12 years of age, and commonly involving the head or neck.

In this educational poster we will review recent literature published regarding pediatric golf cart trauma, describe radiologic findings of these injuries utilizing examples from our institution, and discuss acute management and complications. We aim to increase awareness of the risks golf carts pose to children and highlight potential dangers to prevent the continued rise of pediatric golf cart injuries.
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  • Boggs, Kaitlyn  ( Medical University of South Carolina , Charleston , South Carolina , United States )
  • Ellison, Benjamin  ( Medical University of South Carolina , Charleston , South Carolina , United States )
  • Jones, Richard  ( Medical University of South Carolina , Charleston , South Carolina , United States )
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Posters - Educational

Education, Professionalism, QI, or Healthcare Policy

SPR Posters - Educational

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