Vehicle extrication in road traffic crashes: a descriptive analysis of an advanced medical rescue service in South Africa

This first comprehensive analysis of the RTC extrication burden in a South African province reveals significant spatial and temporal variations in rescue needs and techniques. Our findings provide valuable extrication-related data to inform targeted training programs, standardised extrication protocols, and strategic resource allocation to enhance EMS capabilities in resource-limited settings. These insights provide a foundation for workforce planning and specialised training to improve outcomes for entrapped RTC patients in similar contexts.