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The evaluation and clearance of the cervical spine in adult trauma patients: clinical concepts, controversies, and advances, part 2

Authors :
Mahadevan, S.V.
Navarro, Misty
Source :
ED Management. Oct, 2004, Vol. 16 Issue 10, pS1, 10 p.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

Cervical spine injuries, although uncommon (0.9-6% of blunt trauma patients), (1-5) have the potential to result in permanent neurologic devastation for the patient. Appropriate suspicion for cervical spine injury, immobilization, [...]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10449167
Volume :
16
Issue :
10
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
ED Management
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
edsgcl.123121992