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Review
. 2004 Oct;57(10):449-53.

Damage control for blunt hepatic trauma: case presentation and historical review

Jeremy S Kudera  1 , H L Aanning
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  • PMID: 15535448
Review

Damage control for blunt hepatic trauma: case presentation and historical review

Jeremy S Kudera et al. S D J Med. 2004 Oct.

Abstract

A 15-year old female with a Grade V liver injury from blunt trauma underwent therapeutic packing for uncontrolled hemorrhage. Pack removal in 72 hours following transfer to a major trauma center showed complete hemostasis. Six years later, CT scans revealed minimal liver sequella. Damage control surgery with initial therapeutic packing in blunt hepatic trauma is a valuable option for the community surgeon.

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