Trauma in obstetrical patients

Conclusion: There was no increase in mortality for trauma patients who are pregnant when controlling for covariates. Factors such as head injuries, the need for blood, and comorbid diseases appear to have a more significant contribution to mortality. We also report the prevalence of head, cervical spine, and extremity injuries in pregnant trauma patients. Multidisciplinary simulation, jointly crafted protocols, and expanding training in regional anesthesia may be the next steps to improving care for pregnant trauma patients.

Source: Journal of Emergencies, Trauma and Shock - December 24, 2021 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Ryan J Keneally Kyle L Cyr Marian Sherman Anita Vincent Everett Chu Jeffrey S Berger Jonathan H Chow Source Type: research