Reduction of the posterior pelvic ring by non-invasive stabilisation: a report of two cases.
We demonstrate radiological evidence that an external pelvic splint is effective at reducing open book pelvic fractures. Its use in the pre-hospital and emergency department settings should be encouraged in the initial management and resuscitation of patients with pelvic fractures.
Qureshi
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Selly Oak Hospital, Raddlebarn Road, Birmingham, UK.
McGee
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Cooper
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Porter
K M
KM
D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D000328:Adult; D005592:Fracture Fixation / Q000379:methods*; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010384:Pelvic Bones / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*; D013165:Splints; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed