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===ATLS Blunt Abdominal Trauma Algorithm===
===ATLS Blunt Abdominal Trauma Algorithm===
*Unstable
*Unstable
**[[FAST]] to search for free fluid (vs. DPL if unavailable)
**[[FAST]] to search for free fluid (vs. [[DPL]] if unavailable)
***Positive: Exploratory laparotomy
***Positive: Exploratory laparotomy
***Negative: CT scan
***Negative: CT scan

Latest revision as of 22:55, 10 May 2017

ATLS Blunt Abdominal Trauma Algorithm

  • Unstable
    • FAST to search for free fluid (vs. DPL if unavailable)
      • Positive: Exploratory laparotomy
      • Negative: CT scan
  • Stable
    • CT scan
      • Exploratory laparotomy, angiographic embolization, conservative management as indicated