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Unstable Pelvic Trauma Patient: ED Presentations, Evaluation, and Management

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Figure 1: The Young-Burgess classification of pelvic ring fractures (source: [link] 3 It is paramount to differentiate the definitions of “hemodynamically unstable” and “mechanically unstable” pelvic fractures. For a broader overview of pelvic trauma, please review Dr. Lupez’s 2017 article here: [link].

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Trifecta: Amniotic Fluid Embolism

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Resuscitating patients with low titer O whole blood or with component therapy in a ratio of 1:1:1, with packed red blood cells, platelets, and plasma, is impactful as it will help promote the restoration of circulation and add platelets and hemoglobin to the depleted store.