Pediatric blunt abdominal trauma.
Blunt pediatric trauma is a major threat to the health and well-being of children. Nationwide, many practitioners care for children who face this issue. Some key principles related to the evaluation and management of these children are elucidated in this article.
Emergency Medical Services, Blackfeet Community Hospital, Browning, MT 59417, USA. Stephen.wegner@mail.ihs.gov
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Wegner
James E
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Colletti
Donald
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Van Wie
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