INFIXEXFIX: Massive Open Pelvic Injuries and Review of the Literature
Joint Authors
Vaidya, Rahul
Nasr, Kerellos
Feria-Arias, Enrique
Fisher, Rebecca
Kajy, Marvin
Diebel, Lawrence N.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2016, Issue 2016 (31 Dec. 2016), pp.1-7, 7 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2016-07-14
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
7
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Introduction.
Open pelvic fractures make up 2–5% of all pelvic ring injuries.
Their mortality has been reported to be as high as 50%.
During Operation Enduring Freedom protocols for massive open pelvic injuries lead to the survival of injuries once thought to be fatal.
The INFIX is a subcutaneous anterior fixator for pelvic stabilization which is stronger than external fixation.
The purpose of this paper is to describe the use of INFIX and modern algorithms for massive open pelvic injuries.
Methods.
An IRB approved retrospective review describes 4 cases in civilian practice with massive open pelvic injuries.
We also review the modern literature on open pelvic injures.
Discussion.
Key components in the care of massive open pelvic injuries include hemorrhage control by clamping of the aorta or REBOA when necessary and fecal/urinary diversion.
The INFIX can be used internally, as a partial INFIX partial EXFIX, or as an EXFIX.
Its low profile allows for easy application of wound vacs and wound care and when subcutaneous avoids pin tract infections.
Conclusion.
Massive open pelvic injuries are a difficult problem.
Following modern protocols can help prevent mortality.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Vaidya, Rahul& Nasr, Kerellos& Feria-Arias, Enrique& Fisher, Rebecca& Kajy, Marvin& Diebel, Lawrence N.. 2016. INFIXEXFIX: Massive Open Pelvic Injuries and Review of the Literature. Case Reports in Orthopedics،Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1102229
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Vaidya, Rahul…[et al.]. INFIXEXFIX: Massive Open Pelvic Injuries and Review of the Literature. Case Reports in Orthopedics No. 2016 (2016), pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1102229
American Medical Association (AMA)
Vaidya, Rahul& Nasr, Kerellos& Feria-Arias, Enrique& Fisher, Rebecca& Kajy, Marvin& Diebel, Lawrence N.. INFIXEXFIX: Massive Open Pelvic Injuries and Review of the Literature. Case Reports in Orthopedics. 2016. Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1102229
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1102229