A Didactic Case Report: FAST Examination Diagnosing Combined Bladder Rupture Following Blunt Abdominal Trauma

Bedside procedures can be a lifesaver for emergency pediatric trauma patients.The use of ultrasound in emergency pediatric trauma resuscitation may improve patient outcomes.A 15-year-old male patient was brought with the complaint of being stuck between the wall and the support leg of the crane.The patient, who was found to have abrasion and tenderness in the lower abdominal quadrants during emergency trauma examination, was evaluated with a focused assessment with sonography for trauma.The patient was examined with the preliminary diagnosis of bladder rupture.Surgery was planned for the patient, whose diagnosis was confirmed.The use of ultrasound in stable or unstable pediatric abdominal trauma patients can also detect bladder injuries.As a result, it is critical for emergency physicians to improve their ultrasonography abilities.