Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Pediatric Trauma

Pediatric trauma is a type of physical trauma that occurs in children, usually as a result of an accident or injury. It is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in children and can lead to long-term disability and psychological trauma. Pediatric trauma can be classified into two distinct categories: skeletal/orth…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 1 peer-reviewed article cited Cited 7× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2766-6204 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Pediatric trauma is a type of physical trauma that occurs in children, usually as a result of an accident or injury. It is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in children and can lead to long-term disability and psychological trauma. Pediatric trauma can be classified into two distinct categories: skeletal/orthopedic trauma and soft-tissue trauma. Treatment for pediatric trauma typically involves surgical stabilization, medications, and physical therapy. Early recognition and intervention are crucial for minimizing long-term outcomes. Pediatric trauma can lead to life-altering physical or emotional consequences and should be treated with prompt and appropriate care.

Research published in this journal

1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 1 article above has been cited 7 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Medical and Psychological Trauma (ISSN 2766-6204).

Journal editorial board
Cecilia Young · Hong Kong Andrea Biscardi · Italy Cristian Vasile · Romania

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