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Pelvic disruption in the polytraumatized patient: a management protocol

R McMurtry, D Walton, D Dickinson

    Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
    |September 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Management of polytraumatized patients with pelvic fractures requires effective resuscitation. Posterior pelvic disruptions correlate with higher injury severity scores and mortality, necessitating prompt, algorithm-based care.

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    Area of Science:

    • Trauma Surgery
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Emergency Medicine

    Background:

    • Polytrauma with pelvic fractures presents significant management challenges.
    • High injury severity scores (ISS) are common in these patients.
    • Mortality rates remain a critical concern in severe pelvic trauma.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the management experience of polytraumatized patients with pelvic fractures.
    • To identify factors associated with increased mortality and resuscitation needs.
    • To emphasize the importance of a structured management approach.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 79 polytraumatized patients with pelvic fractures.
    • Injury Severity Score (ISS) used to quantify polytrauma severity.

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  • Analysis of mortality and resuscitation requirements based on fracture patterns.

    • Main Results:

    • Average ISS was 33.5, with an overall mortality of 19%.
    • Patients with posterior pelvic disruption exhibited higher ISS and mortality.
    • Posterior disruptions demanded more intensive resuscitation efforts.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective and efficient resuscitation is crucial for polytraumatized patients with pelvic fractures.
    • A management algorithm based on patient response can optimize outcomes.
    • Early recognition and management of posterior pelvic disruptions are vital for reducing mortality.