A T2 Translational Science Modified Delphi Study: The Ethical Triage and Treatment of Entrapped and Mangled Extremities in Resource-Scarce Environments.

Background: There is a lack of ethical triage and treatment guidelines for the entrapped and mangled extremity (E&ME) in resource-scarce environments (RSE): mass casualty incidents, low- to middle-income countries, complex humanitarian emergencies including conflict, and prolonged transport times (RSE). The aim of this study is to use a modified Delphi (mD) approach to produce statements to develop treatment guidelines of the E&ME in RSE.

Method: Experts rated their agreement with each statement on a 7-point linear numeric scale.