[Positioning of external pelvic stabilization devices in patients with multiple injuries : Retrospective computed tomographic evaluation].

CONCLUSION: While the prehospital use of pelvic slings is increasing, misplacement is very common. Especially inconsistencies between manufacturers' manuals and current scientific knowledge warrant further improvement. In systems with pneumatic cuffs malrotation of the device is common and clinically relevant. Hypoperfusion of the lower extremities is possible and should be taken into account when employing these devices. PMID: 30298271 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

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Source: Der Anaesthesist - October 8, 2018 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Jansen G, Hefke T, Wittenberg G, Vordemvenne T, Mertzlufft F Tags: Anaesthesist Source Type: research