Management of Exsanguinating Pelvis Injuries
An algorithm for the management of exsanguinating pelvic traumaSevere pelvic injuries associated with disruption of pelvic vasculature carry an extremely high mortality. A directed approach to management can significantly improve survival in this critical patient group.
The Ideal Pelvic Binder
What's important in a pelvic binder?Pelvic binders have replaced external fixation for the immediate stablization of pelvic ring fractures. This article describes the features to look for, and avoid, in choosing a pelvic binder.
Indications for Bullet Removal
The rare cases where bullet removal is justifiedThe Trauma-list recently discussed when, if ever, bullet removal was indicated. Here are the conclusions, which an illustrative case.
Trauma Nurse Case Management
The principles of trauma case managementTrauma case management is a model of care where patient care is overseen and coordinated by a nurse with expertise in trauma. They visit the trauma patient each day, review patient progress, ensure optimal care and that the patient, nursing and medical staff are all aware of the management plan.
Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) Score
Overview of the anatomical scoring toolRevised Trauma Score
Revised Trauma Score and Desktop CalculatorInjury Severity Score
Overview and Desktop CalculatorTRISS: Trauma - Injury Severity Score
TRISS - Overview & Desktop CalculatorPneumothorax
Chest Trauma
Pneumothorax is the collection of air in the pleural space. Air may come from an injury to the lung tissue, a bronchial tear, or a chest wall injury allowing air to be sucked in from the outside.
