Jacobs L M, Schwartz R J, Jacobs B B, Gonsalves D, Gabram S G
Conn Med. 1989 Dec;53(12):703-10.
Over 63% of the patients transported by the LIFE STAR crew are the victims of trauma. The system has transported 2,215 ill and/or injured patients, the majority of whom are critical, either from the scene of an injury or from a medical facility to another of greater specialization. With the audit procedure indicating a 95% positive predictive value for summoning this service, LIFE STAR has contributed to the care of critically ill or injured persons in Connecticut and surrounding areas.
