Firearms & Gun Control Internet Resources
A comprehensive collection of firearms prevention resourcesInternet firearms & gun control resources
Recombinant Factor VIIa (NovoSeven) for Traumatic Coagulopathy
Factor VIIa in trauma: review of the literature and recommendations for useRecombinant Factor VIIa is a novel therapy for the treatment of traumatic coagulopathy. This article reviews the current literature and gives recommendations for use based on current best evidence.
Emergency Department Thoracotomy
Indications and technique of resuscitative thoracotomyEmergency department thoractomy is performed in the emergency room for patients in traumatic arrest or profoundly shocked. This article discusses the indications for emergency department thoracotomy and describes the operative technique and resuscitative management of these patients.
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.
Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (FAST)
A primer on the FAST examA primer on the FAST ultrasound examination.
Haemothorax
The diagnosis and management of haemothorax.Diagnosis and management of haemothorax.
Tension Pneumothorax
The diagnosis and management of tension pneumothorax.Diagnosis and management of tension pneumothorax.
Simple Pneumothorax
The diagnosis and management of simple pneumothorax.Diagnosis and management of simple pneumothorax.
Patch Angioplasty
Patch angioplasty is used to repair a partial disruption of a vessel wall or longitudinal incision, where simple suture would result in narrowing of the vessel. The arteriotomy below was made in the common femoral artery as part of a procedure to remove clot from the external iliac artery
Combined Vascular & Skeletal Trauma
Eric Frykberg discusses the management of these complex injuries.
