A retrospective study analyzed 2,155 patients admitted after the February 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake. Falls accounted for 57.2% of injuries, with significant occurrences of rhabdomyolysis (20.6%) and fractures (11.1% upper, 21.3% lower extremities). The orthopedics department performed the most surgical interventions, revealing a critical need for healthcare professionals to manage increased workloads. Mortality reached 2.87%. Effective disaster preparedness can significantly alleviate healthcare crises and reduce associated morbidity and mortality.
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