The role of pelvic angiography in evaluation and management of pelvic trauma.
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Abstract
Controversy exists about the indications and optimal timing of angiography in hemodynamically unstable patients with severe pelvic fractures. Recommendations from published studies are limited by small numbers of patients. In this article the recommended indications, timing, and drawbacks to angiography are reviewed.
Medical subject headings
- Angiography
- Fractures, Bone
- Hemorrhage
- Pelvic Bones
Anatomy
- pelvis