Inertial Sensor-Based Analysis of Cervical and Upper-Thoracic Motion During Extrication: SNAID® vs. Rautek Maneuver [PDF]
SensorsBackground: Spinal immobilization during extrication is a key component of trauma care aimed at reducing secondary neurological injury, although conventional techniques such as the Rautek maneuver may induce unintended spinal motion that could increase ...
Antonio J. Segura-Fornieles +6 more
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Vehicle extrication in road traffic crashes: a descriptive analysis of an advanced medical rescue service in South Africa [PDF]
African Journal of Emergency MedicineIntroduction: Road Traffic Crashes (RTCs) represent a significant global health challenge, with a disproportionate burden on low- and middle-income countries.
Naseef Abdullah +3 more
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Extrication time and earthquake-related mortality in the 2016 Taiwan earthquake
Journal of the Formosan Medical Association, 2019 Background/purpose: People with different age distributions and extrication times might have distinct injury characteristics and outcomes in earthquakes. Methods: A retrospective study was conducted to analyze the casualties in the 2016 Taiwan earthquake
Chih-Hao Lin +2 more
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Improving operational preparedness for armored vehicle casualty rescue: effectiveness of simulation-based training with a novel extrication device [PDF]
Frontiers in Public HealthBackgroundIn recent years, the medical training of military personnel has significantly increased with the aim of providing tactical care in the field to save or stabilize lives until specialized healthcare personnel can begin treatment.ObjectivesThis ...
Antonio Javier Segura-Fornieles +4 more
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Extrication following a motor vehicle collision: a consensus statement on behalf of The Faculty of Pre-hospital Care, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh [PDF]
Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency MedicineBackground Road traffic injury is the leading cause of death among young people globally, with motor vehicle collisions often resulting in severe injuries and entrapment.
Tim Nutbeam +6 more
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Optimising the care of the trapped patient following a motor vehicle collision: A UK-Based Delphi consensus study [PDF]
Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency MedicineBackground Motor vehicle collisions (MVCs) are a leading cause of injury and death worldwide. Up to 40% of casualties may become trapped and entrapment is associated with delayed care and worse outcomes.
Tim Nutbeam +12 more
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Lower limb amputation by emergency medical technicians: a case report from scene [PDF]
International Journal of Emergency MedicineBackground Agricultural trauma resulting from machinery poses unique challenges due to severe injuries, delayed access to emergency care in rural areas, and complex extrication procedures.
Vahid Ghanbari +5 more
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Trapped and traumatised: a scoping review of the psychological sequelae of entrapment following motor vehicle collision [PDF]
Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency MedicineBackground Motor vehicle collisions (MVCs) are a significant public health challenge, resulting in substantial mortality and morbidity. Entrapment occurs in 12–33% of all MVCs and is associated with greater injury severity, longer on-scene time, and ...
Thomas A. M. Dixon +3 more
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Biomechanical analysis of spinal misalignment during Vehicular extrication maneuvers performed by professional rescue teams [PDF]
HeliyonObjective: To compare spinal misalignment and execution time of 3 rescue maneuvers for casualties in traffic accidents. Materials and methods: Biomechanical analysis using inertial sensors to measure the range of spinal misalignment and execution time of
Manuel Pons Claramonte +5 more
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Emergency care for avalanche buried patients - a narrative review [PDF]
Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency MedicineAvalanches claim the lives of around 160 winter recreationists and workers in hazardous snow-covered mountain regions worldwide. These fatalities result from asphyxia, trauma, and hypothermia.
Giacomo Strapazzon +6 more
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