Case study: traumatic hemipelvectomy

Open pelvic fractures have a greater than 40% mortality rate. Traumatic hemipelvectomy, a severe form of open fracture, is a life-threatening injury that requires rapid resuscitation, surgical intervention, and critical-care monitoring. Survivors benefit from aggressive and consistent rehabilitation. This case presentation discusses the multiple aspects of care of a traumatic hemipelvectomy and the ways in which the staff were able to accommodate the cultural needs of an Amish patient and family.