Presentation
We present the case of a mixed martial arts (MMA) cage fighter who presented to the emergency department with a right sided common carotid artery pseudoaneurysm as a result of a neck trauma at an MMA event. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
This pocket manual is an indispensable resource for everyone on the trauma/acute care team, with practical, easy-to-read coverage of the wide range of patients seen daily with urgent presentation – whether from injury, emergency general surgical disease [knygos.lt]
Entire Body System
- Collapse
It is also structured to easily collapse down into parent classifications for those wanting to preserve basic information only. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Introduction to structural collapse (crush injury and crush syndrome). In: Ciottone GR, ed. Ciottone's Disaster Medicine. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2016:chap 180. Tang N, Bright L. [nlm.nih.gov]
Lithuania's departure from the USSR on March 11, 1990 triggered a year of turmoil that led to the collapse of the Soviet Union in December 1991, a move that heralded the end of the Cold War. [rfi.fr]
But we will also see that the imprints from the past can be transformed by having physical experiences that directly contradict the helplessness, rage, and collapse that are part of trauma, and thereby regaining self-mastery. [amazon.com]
- Epilepsy
[…] condition, mental state, psychological condition, psychological state, unhealthiness Encyclopedia: Trauma, Violence & Abuse Nearest trash pickup trash pile trashed trashiness trashman trashy Trasimeno trass trattoria Traubel trauma traumatic traumatic epilepsy [wordwebonline.com]
Gastrointestinal
- Nausea
[…] intense fear that the traumatic event will recur, particularly around anniversaries of the event (or when going back to the scene of the original event) withdrawal and isolation from day-to-day activities physical symptoms of stress, such as headaches and nausea [healthline.com]
Key Symptoms Fractures Contusions Open wound Vomiting or nausea Dizziness Edema Increased heart rate Low blood pressure Fever Disorientation or confusion Loss of consciousness Feeling of coldness as temperature drops Increased metabolism One of the biggest [docdoc.com.sg]
Emotional signs include: sadness anger denial fear shame These may lead to: nightmares insomnia difficulty with relationships emotional outbursts Common physical symptoms: nausea dizziness altered sleep patterns changes in appetite headaches gastrointestinal [integratedlistening.com]
Following trauma, you might also have: Flashbacks where you remember the traumatic event Trouble relating to or connecting with loved ones, friends, and co-workers Physical symptoms like headaches, chest pain, or nausea Strong emotions, including feelings [webmd.com]
Physical reactions to trauma Traumatic experiences can result in physical reactions including: fatigue or exhaustion disturbed sleep nausea, vomiting and dizziness headaches excessive sweating increased heart rate. [betterhealth.vic.gov.au]
- Vomiting
Key Symptoms Fractures Contusions Open wound Vomiting or nausea Dizziness Edema Increased heart rate Low blood pressure Fever Disorientation or confusion Loss of consciousness Feeling of coldness as temperature drops Increased metabolism One of the biggest [docdoc.com.sg]
Imaging is done more liberally in patients with persistent headache, vomiting, amnesia, seizures, age > 60 years, and drug or alcohol intoxication and in patients taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs. [msdmanuals.com]
Children may feel terror, helplessness, or fear, as well as physiological reactions such as heart pounding, vomiting, or loss of bowel or bladder control. [nctsn.org]
Physical reactions to trauma Traumatic experiences can result in physical reactions including: fatigue or exhaustion disturbed sleep nausea, vomiting and dizziness headaches excessive sweating increased heart rate. [betterhealth.vic.gov.au]
Cardiovascular
- Heart Disease
This unfolds across a lifetime, to the point where those who’ve experienced high levels of trauma are at triple the risk for heart disease and lung cancer. [youtube.com]
Household violence, substance abuse or mental illness Parental separation or divorce Incarceration of a family member Results have shown that the more ACEs a child is exposed to, the greater the likelihood of negative health and life outcomes, including: Heart [chop.edu]
Research shows that child trauma survivors can be more likely to have long-term health problems (e.g., diabetes and heart disease) or to die at an earlier age. [nctsn.org]
Research has shown that women dealing with infertility have depression and anxiety levels similar to those with cancer, H.I.V. and heart disease, and — through my advocacy work as well as my personal experiences — I have become intimately familiar with [nytimes.com]
Musculoskeletal
- Fracture
Sacral fracture and sacral nerve injury remain problems in orthopedics, especially in a sacral fracture combined with an anterior sacral nerve injury. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
800 Fracture of vault of skull 800.0 Closed fracture of vault of skull without mention of intracranial injury 800.00 Closed fracture of vault of skull without mention of intracranial injury, unspecified state of consciousness convert 800.00 to ICD-10- [icd9data.com]
Read More joint injuries In joint disease: Traumatic joint diseases Blunt injuries to joints vary in severity from mild sprains to overt fractures and dislocations. [britannica.com]
Plain x-rays are obtained of any suspected fractures and dislocations. [msdmanuals.com]
Psychiatrical
- Denial
Shock and denial shortly after the event is a normal reaction. Shock and denial are often used to protect oneself from the emotional impact of the event. You may feel numb or detached. You may not feel the event’s full intensity right away. [healthline.com]
Emotional signs include: sadness anger denial fear shame These may lead to: nightmares insomnia difficulty with relationships emotional outbursts Common physical symptoms: nausea dizziness altered sleep patterns changes in appetite headaches gastrointestinal [integratedlistening.com]
While we all want to move beyond trauma, the part of our brain that is devoted to ensuring our survival (deep below our rational brain) is not very good at denial. [amazon.com]
Some common emotional symptoms of trauma include denial, anger, sadness and emotional outbursts. Victim of trauma may redirect the overwhelming emotions they experience toward other sources, such as friends or family members. [psychguides.com]
Emotional & psychological symptoms: Shock, denial, or disbelief Confusion, difficulty concentrating Anger, irritability, mood swings Anxiety and fear Guilt, shame, self-blame Withdrawing from others Feeling sad or hopeless Feeling disconnected or numb [helpguide.org]
Neurologic
- Confusion
Read More psychiatric memory loss In memory abnormality: Traumatic amnesia On recovery of consciousness after trauma, a person who has been knocked out by a blow on the head at first typically is dazed, confused, and imperfectly aware of his whereabouts [britannica.com]
Find out more about complex PTSD When to seek medical advice It's normal to experience upsetting and confusing thoughts after a traumatic event, but most people improve naturally over a few weeks. [nhs.uk]
Emotional reactions to trauma Emotional reactions to trauma can include: fear, anxiety and panic shock – difficulty believing in what has happened, feeling detached and confused feeling numb not wanting to connect with others or becoming withdrawn from [betterhealth.vic.gov.au]
[…] abuse or mental illness Limited social support or isolation Family stress Loss or fear the loss of a loved one Community characteristics Developmental level Poverty level Common Reactions to Trauma: Shock or disbelief, fear, sadness, guilt/shame, grief, confusion [nasponline.org]
Key Symptoms Fractures Contusions Open wound Vomiting or nausea Dizziness Edema Increased heart rate Low blood pressure Fever Disorientation or confusion Loss of consciousness Feeling of coldness as temperature drops Increased metabolism One of the biggest [docdoc.com.sg]
- Irritability
Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Someone with PTSD often relives the traumatic event through nightmares and flashbacks, and may experience feelings of isolation, irritability and guilt. [nhs.uk]
Common responses include: irritability sudden, dramatic mood changes anxiety and nervousness anger denial depression flashbacks or repeated memories of the event difficulty concentrating altered sleeping or insomnia changes in appetite intense fear that [healthline.com]
E Difficulty concentrating on and remembering other things E Having depressed or irritable mood (and getting angry easily) Having PTSD can be very difficult and can affect relationships, work, and physical health. [thiswayup.org.au]
[…] the traumatic events Low self esteem, negative talk about self (if this was not apparent prior to the trauma) Sleeping (difficulty falling or staying asleep) and eating disturbances Increased arousal (easily startling or quick to anger), agitation, irritability [nasponline.org]
Typical reactions of children ages 6 to 11: Anxiety Increased aggression, anger and irritability (like bullying or fighting with peers) Sleep and appetite disturbances Blaming themselves for the event Moodiness or crying Concerns about being taken care [childmind.org]
- Seizure
Certain medications can also be provided to release excess fluid or prevent seizures as in the case of a brain injury. When the injuries are severe, it’s common for doctors to place the patient in an induced coma. [docdoc.com.sg]
Imaging is done more liberally in patients with persistent headache, vomiting, amnesia, seizures, age > 60 years, and drug or alcohol intoxication and in patients taking anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs. [msdmanuals.com]
- Stroke
[…] substance abuse or mental illness Parental separation or divorce Incarceration of a family member Results have shown that the more ACEs a child is exposed to, the greater the likelihood of negative health and life outcomes, including: Heart disease Stroke [chop.edu]
- Feeling of Relaxation
E Do something relaxing each day E Find a quiet and relaxing place E Practice the slow breathing method for one minute E Enjoy the feeling of relaxation E Practice once or twice every day for at least 8 weeks. [thiswayup.org.au]
Treatment
This treatment method could be an alternative treatment for pelvic fractures and sacral nerve injury. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Diagnosis & Treatment Some common approaches to trauma therapy include cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, sensorimotor therapy, eye movement and desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), and pharmacological treatment. [camh.ca]
Prognosis
Both tako-tsubo and toxic cardiomypathy have good prognosis after overcoming the acute phase. Key words: carbon monoxide - cardiogennic shock - cardiomyopathy - suicide - tako-tsubo cardiomypathy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
We'll keep you updated regarding Williamson's injury, but the early prognosis is that it doesn't appear to be serious and he should be fine once the team begins training camp later this year. [cbssports.com]
Possibly, by comparing type O to non-O blood type instead of A 1 A/A 1 B/BB to OO, the effect of ABO on prognosis was diluted. [doi.org]
Etiology
Contributions focusing on dispatch, major incidents, etiology, pathophysiology, rehabilitation, epidemiology, prevention, education, training, implementation, work environment, as well as ethical and socio-economic aspects may also be assessed for publication [sjtrem.com]
Epidemiology
Contributions focusing on dispatch, major incidents, etiology, pathophysiology, rehabilitation, epidemiology, prevention, education, training, implementation, work environment, as well as ethical and socio-economic aspects may also be assessed for publication [sjtrem.com]
Further research beyond this epidemiological study that evaluates where and how ABO antigens work (through blood, endothelial, or vWF, and the mechanisms, respectively) are warranted to assess the effects of emergency uncrossmatched type O RBC transfusion [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Pathophysiology
Both types of cardiomyopathies often occure simultaneously due to similar pathophysiologic mechanisms. Both tako-tsubo and toxic cardiomypathy have good prognosis after overcoming the acute phase. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Contributions focusing on dispatch, major incidents, etiology, pathophysiology, rehabilitation, epidemiology, prevention, education, training, implementation, work environment, as well as ethical and socio-economic aspects may also be assessed for publication [sjtrem.com]
Prevention
[…] proven beneficial effects with respect to the prevention of fires or fire-related injuries. 28 The health sector, and especially the primary care sector, can play a potentially important role in the prevention of injuries to children and the prevention [doi.org]
It is a strong supporter of injury prevention, creating and producing programs in an effort to reduce the impact of morbidity and mortality on our nation. The members of the ATS are the critical players in trauma care. [amtrauma.org]
Sports injury prevention for baby boomers. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/staying-healthy/sports-injury-prevention-for-baby-boomers. Accessed Dec. 17, 2018. Tips for a safe running program. [mayoclinic.org]
However, the prevention of PEG-insertion-related complications is important. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
It is designed to help researchers and prevention practitioners to describe, measure and monitor the occurrence of injuries and to investigate their circumstances of occurrence using an internally agreed classification. [who.int]