July 1, 2007

Prehospital Procedures Before Emergency Department Thoracotomy: “Scoop and Run” Saves Lives

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The performance of prehospital procedures in critical, penetrating trauma victims had a negative impact on survival after EDT in our study population. Paramedics should adhere to a minimal or "scoop and run" approach to prehospital transportation in this setting.

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Mark J. Seamon

Boston University

Carol A. Fisher

Universidad Mayor

John P. Gaughan

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University

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Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery

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Temple University

Temple University Hospital

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Prehospital Procedures Before Emergency Department Thoracotomy: “Scoop and Run” Saves Lives

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