Pelvic fractures and high energy traumas.
Pelvic fractures are associated with a high mortality and morbidity and their presence should be considered in all high energy traumas. Early management is directed towards basic advanced trauma life support (ATLS) principles but it is essential to be aware of the diagnosis and management of these complex injuries.
Wardle
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NS
Department of Orthopaedics, The Middlessex Hospital, London, W1T 3AA.
Haddad
F S
FS
D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D005597:Fractures, Open / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D010384:Pelvic Bones / Q000293:injuries*