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Abdominal venous injuries.

R G Wiencek, R F Wilson

    The Journal of Trauma
    |September 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Major intra-abdominal venous injuries are highly lethal, with a 54% mortality rate. Prompt fluid resuscitation, rapid surgical intervention, and aortic cross-clamping in severe shock can improve survival in these critical trauma cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Trauma Surgery
    • Vascular Surgery
    • Emergency Medicine

    Background:

    • Major intra-abdominal venous injuries present a significant challenge in trauma care.
    • These injuries are frequently lethal but potentially salvageable with timely intervention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze mortality rates and identify prognostic factors in patients with major intra-abdominal venous injuries.
    • To suggest strategies for improving patient survival based on a review of past cases.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 105 patients with 138 major intra-abdominal venous injuries over a 4-year period (1980-1984).
    • Analysis of injury types, mortality rates, and prognostic indicators including hemodynamic status and associated injuries.

    Main Results:

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    • Overall mortality rate was 54%.
    • Highest mortality observed in hepatic veins (88%), iliac veins (71%), and renal veins (58%).
    • Poor prognostic factors included absent blood pressure, low systolic pressure (<70 mm Hg), prolonged shock, multiple blood transfusions, and associated injuries.

    Conclusions:

    • Improved survival may be achieved through aggressive fluid resuscitation and rapid surgical control of bleeding.
    • Earlier definitive management, particularly for iliac and retrohepatic injuries, is crucial.
    • Thoracotomy for aortic cross-clamping in persistent severe shock should be considered before laparotomy.