Association of red blood cell distribution width with mortality among multiple trauma patients.

Background: Identifying the severity of trauma to provide timely and adequate treatment and predict the prognosis are some of the significant challenges in trauma management. Increased red blood cell distribution width (RDW) is associated with several pathologies and associated mortality. This study aims to evaluate the RDW in predicting 24 h and 30-day mortality among multiple trauma patients.

Vascular trauma injury evaluation in Khorramabad, Iran: a cross-sectional study.

Background: Vascular trauma injuries are associated significantly with disabilities and mortality where prompt diagnosis and management are of great importance.

Objectives: In this study, the authors aim to evaluate the pattern of vascular trauma injuries.

Methods: This descriptive retrospective study was performed on patients with vascular injuries due to trauma referred to (Shohada Ashayer Hospital and Shahid Chamran Hospital, Khorramabad).