The evolution of damage control orthopedics. Current evidence and practical applications of early appropriate care.

Jean Claude G. D'Alleyrand; Robert V. O'Toole

doi:10.1016/j.ocl.2013.06.004

The evolution of damage control orthopedics. Current evidence and practical applications of early appropriate care.

Jean Claude G. D'Alleyrand, Robert V. O'Toole^*

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Abstract

This article summarizes the evolution of literature and practice related to fracture care in polytrauma patients. Particular emphasis is given to the management of femoral shaft fractures and the concept of damage control in these complex patients. The application of these guidelines in common clinical practice is also discussed.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	499-507
Number of pages	9
Journal	Orthopedic Clinics of North America
Volume	44
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ocl.2013.06.004
State	Published - Oct 2013
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Damage control orthopedics
Early appropriate care
Early total care
Polytrauma

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