The presence of isolated intraperitoneal free fluid (IFIPF) indicates the presence of mesenteric, organ, or bowel injury, which necessitates surgical exploration. The advances in computerized tomographic scanning (CT scan) allow even smaller amounts of IFIPF being detected. However, the clinical significance of IFIPF following blunt abdominal trauma remains not well-studied.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: To describe the epidemiology, patterns, seasonality and outcome of all-terrain vehicle-related injuries (ATVRIs) among different age groups in Qatar.
Methods: A retrospective analysis of all patients hospitalized with ATVRI from 2010 to 2018 was conducted. Data were analyzed by age, gender, seasonality, and Injury severity Score (ISS).
Introduction: Pneumorachis is a rare underdiagnosed phenomenon in which air enters the spinal canal mostly following injury to the respiratory system.
Presentation Of Case: We presented a rare case of pneumorachis associated with neurological deficits following traumatic compressed air insufflation to the rectum. A 44-year-old, male, construction laborer presented to the accident and emergency department with a history of insufflation by compressed air through his rectum, as a prank by his workmates.
Introduction: Traumatic pneumocephalus rarely evolves into tension pneumocephalus. It can be devastating if not recognized and treated promptly.
Case Presentation: We presented two cases of post-traumatic tension pneumocephalus.
Background. Penetrating injuries to the chest and in particular to the heart that results in pericardial tamponade and cardiac arrest requires immediate resuscitative thoracotomy as the only lifesaving technique and should be performed without delay. Objective.
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