Pediatric Firearm Injury Trends in the United States: A National Trauma Data Bank (NTDB) Analysis

National Trauma Data Bank analysis of 20,083 pediatric firearm injuries (2013-2017) reveals adolescent males and African Americans are disproportionately affected, with 71% of incidents being assaults. Racial disparities are stark: African Americans comprise 70% of assault victims while Caucasians represent 70% of suicides, highlighting urgent need for targeted prevention strategies.