Opportunities and Limitations of Swiss Polytrauma Registry Data for Scientific Purposes- Registry Data for Scientific Purposes

Opportunities and Limitations of Swiss Polytrauma Registry Data for Scientific Purposes- Registry Data for Scientific Purposes

The aim of the analysis is an evaluation of the current performance of the Swiss Trauma Registry (STR) with respect to providing a reliable basis for (scientific) investigations on the management of trauma patients in Switzerland. The current project tries to address this question by considering central aspects of completeness and by exemplifying the use of the registry for research questions. The aim is to identify potential shortcomings of the registry.

Inclusion Criteria:

• documentation in the STR
• Injury Severity Score (ISS) ≥ 16

Exclusion Criteria:

• none