J Trauma
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In this study, we evaluated scaphoid X-series, Carpal Box radiographs (longitudinal and transverse), planar tomography, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in the diagnosis of scaphoid fracture. The aim of this study was to evaluate the planar technique in the diagnosis of scaphoid fracture. The use of planar tomography, CT, and MRI was to see whether these methods are useful in the diagnosis of scaphoid fracture when other diagnostics modalities remains negative. ⋯ From the planar investigated methods, the 15-degree Carpal Box posterior-anterior, longitudinal and transverse views were most accurate in recognizing scaphoid fracture with also the highest agreement between the observers.
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A review is made of 16 cases of ipsilateral fractures of the scapula and clavicle treated conservatively. After a mean follow-up of 7.5 years, the functional results were good or excellent in 92% of the cases.
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To test the hypothesis that protective-preservative moderate hypothermia during uncontrolled hemorrhagic shock (UHS) in rats increases survival. ⋯ Moderate hypothermia or limited (hypotensive) fluid resuscitation --best both combined--increases survival during and after UHS in rats.
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This study used a Wiggers shock model to investigate the effect of the removal of the intestines on the outcome of hemorrhagic shock. ⋯ These experimental findings show that, in the absence of the intestines, hemorrhagic shock is associated with both an improved outcome and higher hepatic ATP levels in rats, suggesting the importance of intestinal participation in the process leading to hepatic ATP depletion as well as irreversibility in shock.