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MEDICAL AND SOCIAL ASPECTS OF FALL INJURIES

Oblokulova O.A. - Bukhara State Medical Institute named after Abu Ali ibn Sina

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Falls are among the leading causes of injuries worldwide, often resulting in hospitalization and long-term disability. Their outcomes range from minor contusions and sprains to severe musculoskeletal injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and internal organ damage. This article examines the mechanisms of fall-related injuries, risk factors, clinical features, modern approaches to first aid, diagnosis, treatment, as well as preventive strategies.

Keywords: fall, injury, fracture, contusion, traumatic brain injury, first aid, prevention.

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466

Last page

468

For citation:Oblokulova O.A. - MEDICAL AND SOCIAL ASPECTS OF FALL INJURIES//New Day in Medicine 11(85)2025 466-468 https://newdayworldmedicine.com/en/new_day_medicine/11-85-2025

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