Penetrating abdominal trauma in the era of selective conservatism: a prospective cohort study in a level 1 trauma center.

Background: Global trend has seen management shift towards selective conservatism in penetrating abdominal trauma (PAT). The purpose of this study is to compare the presentation; management; and outcomes of patients with PAT managed operatively versus non-operatively. Methods: Prospective cohort stu...

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Published in:European Journal of Trauma & Emergency Surgery Vol. 48; no. 2; pp. 881 - 890
Main Authors: Sander, Anthony, Spence, Richard, Ellsmere, James, Hoogerboord, Marius, Edu, Sorin, Nicol, Andrew, Navsaria, Pradeep
Format: algorithm research tables/charts Journal Article
Published: Springer Nature Apr2022
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