Abdominal Trauma Flashcards

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What are examples of abdominal trauma?

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  • deceleration injuries common
  • in blunt trauma requiring laparotomy → spleen commonly injured (40%)
  • stab wounds traverse structures → most commonly liver (40%)
  • gunshot wounds → small bowel injured (50%)
  • blood at urethral meatus suggests urethral tear
  • high riding prostate on PR → urethral disruption
  • mechanical testing for pelvic stability should only be performed once
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What are the relevant investigations for abdominal trauma?

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