Predictors and economic impact of potentially avoidable transfers in facial fractures among pediatric populations: A 15-year analysis

The authors investigate the factors contributing to potentially avoidable transfers (PATs) of pediatric patients with facial fractures and assess the economic impact of these transfers. Their analysis reveals that PATs are significantly associated with demographic factors such as lack of medical insurance and age, and they incur substantial costs primarily due to imaging and laboratory tests. The study suggests that developing transfer protocols and utilizing remote specialist consultations could help reduce unnecessary transfers while maintaining patient safety.