Pelvic fractures—A guide to classification and management

Abstract Pelvic fractures are common in polytrauma and continue to pose a difficult management dilemma for even the most experienced clinicians. Due to the high energy mechanisms involved, there are often multiple other injuries and many specialists may be involved. Deriving an effective management...

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Published in:European journal of radiology 2010-04, Vol.74 (1), p.16-23
Main Authors: Slater, S.J, Barron, D.A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Fractures, Bone - diagnostic imaging
Humans
Multiple Trauma - classification
Multiple Trauma - diagnostic imaging
Pelvic Bones - diagnostic imaging
Pelvic Bones - injuries
Pelvic fracture
Pelvic haemorrhage
Polytrauma CT
Radiology
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
Urological injury
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Summary:Abstract Pelvic fractures are common in polytrauma and continue to pose a difficult management dilemma for even the most experienced clinicians. Due to the high energy mechanisms involved, there are often multiple other injuries and many specialists may be involved. Deriving an effective management strategy relies on early diagnosis and prioritisation of the most immediately life-threatening injuries. Contrary to ATLS advice, CT can be used to facilitate this even in the haemodynamically unstable patient. This article defines the role of CT in pelvic fractures and provides an overview of fracture classification.
ISSN:0720-048X
1872-7727
DOI:10.1016/j.ejrad.2010.01.025