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Adult Blunt Hepatic Injury Algorithm
Western Trauma Association Critical Decisions Algorithm (2023)
Work through the adult blunt hepatic injury pathway, from hemodynamic triage and CT grading through non-operative management, angioembolization, and operative techniques.
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Step 1
A: Blunt Abdominal Trauma
Start
Patient presents with blunt abdominal trauma. Begin initial assessment following ATLS principles.
Clinical Note
Follow ATLS principles for primary and secondary survey. Hemodynamic status is the primary determinant of management pathway.
WTA Critical Decisions Algorithm
Keric et al. Adult blunt hepatic injury: A Western Trauma Association critical decisions algorithm. J Trauma Acute Care Surg. 2023.
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Decision Path
Blunt Abdominal Trauma
Node Types
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- Decision
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- Outcome
- Operative