Effects of the COVID-19 lockdown on orthopaedic trauma: a multicentre study across Scotland

Abstract

The UK COVID-19 lockdown has resulted in a marked reduction in musculoskeletal trauma patients undergoing surgery in Scotland. There have been significant changes in types and mechanisms of injury and, concerningly, mortality of trauma patients has risen significantly.Cite this article: <i>Bone Joint Open</i> 2020;1-9:541-548.