European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Feb 2023
Observational StudyFunnel plots a graphical instrument for the evaluation of population performance and quality of trauma care: a blueprint of implementation.
Using patient outcomes to monitor medical centre performance has become an essential part of modern health care. However, classic league tables generally inflict stigmatization on centres rated as "poor performers", which has a negative effect on public trust and professional morale. In the present study, we aim to illustrate that funnel plots, including trends over time, can be used as a method to control the quality of data and to monitor and assure the quality of trauma care. Moreover, we aimed to present a set of regulations on how to interpret and act on underperformance or overperformance trends presented in funnel plots. ⋯ Retrospective study, level III.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Feb 2023
Does tranexamic acid reliably reduce blood loss in proximal femur fracture surgery?
The aim of our study was to investigate the use of tranexamic acid in patients with proximal femoral fractures and compare the total blood loss, transfusion rates, complications, and the application method. ⋯ Tranexamic acid is effective in reducing blood loss and transfusion rates, without increasing the risk of thromboembolic events after proximal femoral fractures. For open reduction and nailing and arthroplasty in fracture setting combined topical and single i.v. application seems most effective and closed reduction with nailing can be treated by single dose i.v. application of 1 g tranexamic acid.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Feb 2023
Long-term results of split-thickness skin grafting with and without additional dermal matrix in severe traumatic soft tissue defects of the lower limb.
Aim of this study was to compare the use of split-thickness skin graft (STSG) with and without additional MatriDerm® application in a predominantly one-step procedure for the treatment of severe traumatic soft tissue defects of the lower limb. ⋯ Surgical treatment with STSG and additional MatriDerm® application can be recommended as satisfactory alternative for dermis replacement in patients with severe skin defects, independent of age. The additional MatriDerm® use allows for bridging of exposed ligaments, tendons, vessels or bones without relevant differences in cosmetical outcome.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Feb 2023
Proportional localisation of the entry point of the coracobrachialis muscle by the musculocutaneous nerve along the humerus.
To project the distance between the tip of the greater tubercle (GT), respectively, the proximal border of the tip of the coracoid process (CP) and the entry point of the coracobrachialis by the musculocutaneous nerve (MCN) proportionally onto the humeral length. ⋯ Results represent easily applicable intervals for intraoperative localisation of the MCN.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg · Feb 2023
Surgeon preferences are associated with utilization of telehealth in fracture care.
The SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic has the potential to evoke lasting changes in the delivery of care, and the utilization of telehealth. We sought associations between surgeon personal factors and greater use of telehealth to treat fractures relative to in-person care. ⋯ Not applicable.