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Published on: March 7, 2011
Blunt abdominal trauma
1Trauma Program, Sunnybrook Health Centre, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Abstract:
Assessment and management of patients with blunt abdominal trauma remains a challenge for emergency physicians. The spectrum of injury ranges from the trivial to the catastrophic and the initial assessment, resuscitation, and investigation of patients with abdominal trauma must be individualized. This article covers the important aspects of patient history and physical examination and addresses the relevant investigative tools available. An approach to the assessment of patients with abdominal trauma is provided; the goal is to diagnose significant injuries as soon as possible and avoid the pitfall of a delayed or missed diagnosis.
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