The long-term psychiatric sequelae of severe injury: A 6-year follow-up study

Abstract

Objective: The impact of mental health on disease burden associated with injury represents a major public health issue, yet almost no information is available on the associated longterm mental health outcomes. The primary aim of this study was to assess the psychiatric outcomes 6 years after a severe injury and their subsequent impact on long-term disability. The secondary aim was to investigate the relationship between a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and long-term psychiatric disorder and its impact on disability. Methods: From April 2004 to February 2006, randomly selected injury patients admitted to 4 hospitals across Australia were assessed during hospitalization and at 72 months af..