Circumferential Pelvic Antishock Sheeting

Authors

Lindsay M. Maier, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Ryan Desgrange, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Ayooluwa Ayoola
Kamil Bober, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Albert George
Joseph J. Hoegler, Henry Ford HealthFollow

Recommended Citation

Maier LM, Desgrange R, Ayoola A, Bober K, George A, and Hoegler JJ. Circumferential Pelvic Antishock Sheeting. J Orthop Trauma 2021; 35(Suppl 2):S24-s25.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

8-1-2021

Publication Title

Journal of orthopaedic trauma

Abstract

Pelvic ring fractures range from low-energy falls in the elderly to high-energy mechanisms in young patients. These injuries can be a significant cause of morbidity and mortality and are frequently associated with additional injuries. Hemorrhage and resultant hemodynamic instability are often associated with high-energy injuries and require prompt management. Circumferential pelvic antishock sheeting is an effective and readily available tool for reducing pelvic volume at the accident scene or in the emergency department, while still allowing access to the abdomen and lower extremities for ongoing resuscitation. This article, and the associated instructional video, reviews the indications and proper technique for placing a pelvic sheet.

Medical Subject Headings

Aged; Fractures, Bone; Hemorrhage; Humans; Pelvic Bones; Pelvis; Resuscitation

PubMed ID

34227598

Volume

35

Issue

Suppl 2

First Page

24

Last Page

24