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[Injuries of the pelvis associated with injuries to other organs]
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Polytraumatized patients with pelvic fractures and organ injuries require rapid diagnosis and surgical intervention to manage hypovolemic shock. Successful surgical treatment was achieved in 23 patients, with no mortality observed.
Area of Science:
- Trauma surgery
- Emergency medicine
- Orthopedic surgery
Background:
- Polytraumatized patients with pelvic fractures often present with severe hypovolemic shock, complicating management.
- Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention are critical for controlling bleeding and improving patient outcomes.
Observation:
- A review of 23 patients with pelvic fractures over seven years revealed associated injuries in 10 cases, including brain, urogenital, and extremity trauma.
- Common causes included motor vehicle accidents, falls, and sports injuries.
- Two pediatric cases with successful surgical outcomes were detailed.
Findings:
- The study highlights the challenges in managing hypovolemic shock in polytraumatized patients with pelvic fractures.
- Effective and timely surgical management is paramount for survival.
- No mortality was recorded in the treated cohort, suggesting the efficacy of the interventions.
Implications:
- Emphasizes the need for rapid diagnostic protocols and aggressive surgical strategies in managing complex pelvic fractures.
- Highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in trauma care.
- Suggests that with prompt and appropriate intervention, outcomes for these severe injuries can be favorable.
Abstract:
In polytraumatized patients with fracture of the pelvis and injury to the other organs, the clinical picture is dominated by a hypovolemic shock, which is difficult to control. Surgical intervention must be quick in cases of external or internal bleeding. The importance of reaching a quick diagnosis cannot be emphasized enough, upon which the life of the patient is greatly dependent. During the seven year period 23 patients with injury to the pelvis were treated. 10 had injuries to the surrounding organs (brain commotion, injury to the urethra and vagina, as well as the lower extremities). The causes were: automobile accidents (8), falling during play (6), from height (5), during sports (4). Two injured girls are individually described (2 1/2 and 8 years old), who were surgically treated successfully. There was no mortality.