Management of Polytrauma Patient in a Limited Setting : A Case report
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https://doi.org/10.31282/joti.v6n2.113Keywords:
Polytrauma, Multiple Fractures, Damage Control OrthopedicAbstract
Polytrauma patients with multiple fractures present a significant challenge in limited resources settings. The application of damage control orthopedics (DCO) principles, including temporary stabilization, staged definitive fixation, and multidisciplinary collaboration, resulted in favorable outcomes for the patient. This case report describes the successful management of a polytrauma patient who sustained multiple injuries, including unstable pelvic fracture and fractures of the femur, radius, shoulder dislocation, and distal radio-ulnar joint dislocation. This report emphasizes the importance of timely intervention and resource optimization in limited settings.
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