A retrospective study on the burden and factors associated with motorcycle crashes in Lilongwe, Malawi
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2021-12-02
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Kamuzu University of Health Sciences
Abstract
Type of research study: A retrospective study in which the burden and factors associated
with motorcycle crashes will be surveyed in order to come up with ways of reducing the
burden of motorcycle crashes.
The problem: Due to rapid motorization in the sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), there has been an
increase in the road traffic injuries and fatalities from motorcycle crashes. However, there is
no local data explaining the burden and factors associated with this increase. Therefore,
there is a need to understand the magnitude and factors associated with motorcycle crashes
for the implementation of public policies.
The objectives: Broad objective is to estimate the prevalence and characteristics of
motorcycle crashes in Lilongwe, Malawi. Specific objectives include: to identify factors that
contribute to the severity of motorcycle crashes, determine the causes and trends of
motorcycle crashes, estimate helmet wearing among motorcyclists, and to identify factors
associated with helmet wearing.
Methodology: This Retrospective study will be conducted in Lilongwe, Malawi. This study
will be an analysis of retrospectively collected data from the Lilongwe road traffic police
registry. The study participants will be all victims with motorcycle crash injuries between
January 2018 and January 2021 who were recorded in the Lilongwe traffic road police
registry.
Expected findings and dissemination: We expect motorcycle crashes to have increased with
respect to the rapid motorization. The results of this study shall be presented in
disseminations and submitted for publication in a medical journal in order to ensure
adequate outreach to stakeholders and decision makers. A copy of the findings shall be
disseminated to COMREC, College of Medicine Library, the Health Sciences Research
Committee and the University Research and Publication Committee.