Hub 07 · Condition
Trauma Embolisation
"Emergency embolisation for solid-organ or pelvic bleeding."
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— Time-sensitive
Trauma is a hospital-emergency problem; this describes what may be done once you're there.
Urgent evaluation path— 01
What it is
Splenic, hepatic, renal, and pelvic bleeding in trauma can often be controlled by embolisation — sparing surgery and preserving organs.
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Symptoms & signs
- Post-trauma haemodynamic instability
- Active bleeding on trauma CT
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Diagnosis
Trauma-protocol CT.
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Treatment
Selective or non-selective embolisation depending on the organ, injury grade, and patient stability, in coordination with trauma surgery.
— 05
Frequently asked
The information above is for general education and does not replace personal medical advice. For a case-specific view, book a consultation with Dr Sidhu.
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