Table 1
Distribution of presenting complaint in relation to alcohol related attendance at the ED
| Presenting complaint | Total number | Number (%) alcohol related | Number (%) not alcohol related |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head injury | 36 | 24 (66) | 12 (33) |
| Back pain | 14 | 2 (14) | 12 (86) |
| RTA | 30 | 4 (13) | 26 (87) |
| Hand injury | 46 | 3 (6.5) | 43 (93.5) |
| Abdominal pain | 33 | 6 (18) | 27 (82) |
| Limb injury | 70 | 13 (19) | 57 (81) |
| Chest pain | 29 | 0 (0) | 29 (100) |
| Respiratory | 25 | 1 (4) | 24 (96) |
| Psychiatric | 20 | 10 (50) | 10 (50) |
| Headache | 13 | 2 (15) | 11 (85) |
| Collapse | 26 | 4 (15) | 22 (84) |
| Assault | 22 | 10 (45) | 12 (55) |
| Gynaecology | 3 | 0 (0) | 3 (100) |
