Abstract Traditionally, a tube thoracostomy is placed using the open technique; however, percutaneous techniques, and those using serial dilation, are also acceptable. Care should be taken with trocar techniques due…

Abstract When attempts at orotracheal intubation or airway rescue techniques (e.g., laryngeal mask airway) have failed in a patient who cannot oxygenate or ventilate, cricothyroidotomy is the emergency surgical airway…

Abstract Ultrasound offers a quick, repeatable, and moderately sensitive assessment for an important subset of traumatic injuries. The Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (FAST) exam is performed at the…

Abstract Splints should be used to temporarily immobilize possible fractures and dislocations during the evaluation and management of life- and limb-threatening injuries. Chapter 24 Splinting Carl R. Chudnofsky General Principles…

Abstract REBOA is an endovascular occlusion balloon, inserted through the femoral artery, designed to occlude the aorta in the setting of severe abdominal or pelvic hemorrhage (Figure 21.1). Chapter 21…

Abstract In traumatic cardiac arrest, especially due to hemorrhage or cardiac tamponade, external cardiac compression has no role in the emergency room. Chapter 20 Emergency Room Resuscitative Thoracotomy Demetrios Demetriades…

Abstract Place the tourniquet around the limb and weave the strap through the buckle. Alternatively, in tourniquets that come preassembled, they can be slipped over the limb. If possible, clothing…

Abstract Diagnostic peritoneal aspiration (DPA) involves the insertion of a needle or a catheter in the peritoneal cavity and aspiration of any blood or other fluid. Diagnostic peritoneal lavage (DPL)…

Abstract Caliber: The caliber of a handgun or rifle is typically described as the diameter of the bore, although this can sometimes vary depending on how the diameter is measured….