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Prehospital ultrasound imaging improves management of abdominal trauma

2005270 citationsJournal Articlebronze Open Access

Authors

Felix Walcher · Goethe Institute

M. Weinlich · SOAS University of London

Gerson Conrad · Karl Schlecht Stiftung

Uwe Schweigkofler · Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main

Raoul Breitkreutz · Goethe University Frankfurt

Thomas Kirschning · Goethe University Frankfurt

Abstract

In this study, PFAST was a useful and reliable diagnostic tool when used as part of surgical triage at the trauma scene.

Topics & Keywords

Abdominal Trauma and Injuries Trauma and Emergency Care Studies Pelvic and Acetabular Injuries

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: British journal of surgery

Volume 93, Issue 2, pp. 238-242

DOI: 10.1002/bjs.5213

Field-Weighted Citation Impact: 7.30

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