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Background
The proliferation of electric scooters globally has been associated with an increase in related injuries and consequent economic burden. This study aims to assess the injury patterns and the economic impact associated with electric scooter use in Melbourne, Australia.
Methods
A retrospective cohort study was conducted using hospital and registry data from January 2022 to January 2023...