Abstract
Thoracic and vascular injuries may cause rapid demise of the traumatized patient. A sound knowledge of resuscitative techniques, diagnostic maneuvers, and surgical anatomy allows the attending physician to salvage many of these patients, even those near death upon arrival in the emergency center.
MeSH terms
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Abdominal Injuries / therapy
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Aorta, Thoracic / injuries
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Blood Vessels / injuries*
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Humans
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Rib Fractures / complications
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Thoracic Injuries / diagnosis
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Thoracic Injuries / surgery
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Thoracic Injuries / therapy*
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Vena Cava, Inferior / injuries
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Wounds, Gunshot / therapy
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Wounds, Nonpenetrating / diagnosis
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Wounds, Stab / therapy