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Published in: Patient Safety in Surgery 1/2024

Open Access 01-12-2024 | Shock | Review

The pathophysiology of pelvic ring injuries: a review

Authors: Philip F. Stahel, Navid Ziran

Published in: Patient Safety in Surgery | Issue 1/2024

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Abstract

Traumatic pelvic ring injuries continue to represent a major challenge due to the high rates of post-injury mortality of around 30-40% in the peer-reviewed literature. The main root cause of potentially preventable mortality relates to the delayed recognition of the extent of retroperitoneal hemorrhage and post-injury coagulopathy. The understanding of the underlying pathophysiology of pelvic trauma is predicated by classification systems for grading of injury mechanism and risk stratification for developing post-injury coagulopathy with subsequent uncontrolled exsanguinating hemorrhage. This review article elaborates on the current understanding of the pathophysiology of severe pelvic trauma with a focus on the underlying mechanisms of retroperitoneal bleeding and associated adverse outcomes.
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Metadata
Title
The pathophysiology of pelvic ring injuries: a review
Authors
Philip F. Stahel
Navid Ziran
Publication date
01-12-2024
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Patient Safety in Surgery / Issue 1/2024
Electronic ISSN: 1754-9493
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13037-024-00396-x

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