Clinical Trial: Occupational Claims Due to Hernia
Study Status: COMPLETED
Recruit Status: COMPLETED
Condition:
Hernia
Hernia Abdominal Wall
Hernia Incisional
Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
Official Title: Geographic and Temporal Patterns of Recognized Occupational Hernia Claims: A Nationwide Retrospective Administrative Study
Brief Summary:
This study examines recognized occupational hernia claims using existing national administrative records. The purpose is to describe how often hernia-related occupational claims occur and to evaluate their distribution according to worker characteristics, type of hernia, geographic area, and occupational factors. The study will also examine patterns of disability and work-related consequences associated with these claims.This is a retrospective observational study. No participants will receive an intervention or…
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