Introduction
In these short educational videos, the faculty will focus on how to classify cases of polytrauma, and the key management principles that guide an effective treatment plan. With an analysis of the various concepts and potential controversies, the faculty presents a step-by-step approach to various case studies; including considerations for various challenges, and guidance for when to use small plating, nailing, and external fixators.
Agenda
• Welcome and introduction
• From damage control to early appropriate care: the evolution of treatment of the polytraumatised patient
• Long-bone fixation strategies for the multiply injured patient
• Limb reconstruction in the polytrauma setting: timing and priorities
• Case reviews
• Q&A
Pre-requisites
- An understanding of fixation systems
What you will learn
- Outline, classify and formulate a treatment plan for polytrauma
- Discuss current concepts and controversies in polytrauma management
- Review essential management principles
- Analyze challenges thanks to case discussions
Contributors
- Dr Clifford Jones, United States of America
- Mr Michael Pearse, United Kingdom
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Accreditations
Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS Eng)
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Royal College of Surgeons of England*
*This Smith+Nephew Medical Education eLearning content is accredited by the RCS (Royal College of Surgeons of England) as part of the centre accreditation. You will receive a certificate of attendance upon full completion of the module.
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