SynthesisScandinavian journal of trauma, resuscitation and emergency medicine2016
Effectiveness of non invasive external pelvic compression: a systematic review of the literature.
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22 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 73 citations in OpenAlex.
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- An assessment of pelvic binder placement on patients referred to the Irish national centre for pelvic and acetabular fractures.Irish journal of medical science · 2026Article
- How Many Goats Does a Mannequin Cost? Community-engaged Design of Layperson First Responder Training Materials in Low-resource Settings.Disaster medicine and public health preparedness · 2025Article
- Bilateral thigh compartment syndrome following intraoperative pelvic binder reduction of open pelvic fracture: a case report and review of literature.European journal of orthopaedic surgery & traumatology : orthopedie traumatologie · 2024Review
- Pelvic sheet binders: Are doctors placing them in the correct position?African journal of emergency medicine : Revue africaine de la medecine d'urgence · 2024Article
- Emergency treatment of pelvic ring injuries: state of the art.Archives of orthopaedic and trauma surgery · 2024Review
- Deep infection following reconstruction of pelvic fractures: prevalence, characteristics, and predisposing risk factors.European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society · 2022Article
- How effective are different models of pelvic binders: results of a study using a Pelvic Emergency Simulator.European journal of trauma and emergency surgery : official publication of the European Trauma Society · 2022Article
- Open technique for supra-acetabular pin placement in pelvic external fixation: a cadaveric study.Journal of orthopaedics and traumatology : official journal of the Italian Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology · 2022Article
- Benefits of early application of pelvic circumferential compression device to reduce bleeding in pelvic fractures.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2022Article
- Epidemiologic, Postmortem Computed Tomography-Morphologic and Biomechanical Analysis of the Effects of Non-Invasive External Pelvic Stabilizers in Genuine Unstable Pelvic Injuries.Journal of clinical medicine · 2021Article
- In a simulated adult trauma patient, can pelvic binders be applied accurately by paramedics and HEMS paramedics? A pilot observational study.British paramedic journal · 2021Article
- Application of Pelvic Circumferential Compression Devices in Pelvic Ring Fractures-Are Guidelines Followed in Daily Practice?Journal of clinical medicine · 2021Article
- Multiple trauma management in mountain environments - a scoping review : Evidence based guidelines of the International Commission for Mountain Emergency Medicine (ICAR MedCom). Intended for physicians and other advanced life support personnel.Scandinavian journal of trauma, resuscitation and emergency medicine · 2020Article
- Pelvic circumferential compression devices for prehospital management of suspected pelvic fractures: a rapid review and evidence summary for quality indicator evaluation.Scandinavian journal of trauma, resuscitation and emergency medicine · 2020Review
- Potentially serious adverse effects from application of a circumferential compression device for pelvic fracture: A report of three cases.Trauma case reports · 2020Article
- Three Dimensional Quality Assessments of Applied Pelvic Binders.Bulletin of emergency and trauma · 2019Article
- The European guideline on management of major bleeding and coagulopathy following trauma: fifth edition.Critical care (London, England) · 2019Article
- [Positioning of external pelvic stabilization devices in patients with multiple injuries : Retrospective computed tomographic evaluation].Der Anaesthesist · 2018Article
- Experience and Availability of Pelvic Binders at Swedish Trauma Units; A Nationwide Survey.Bulletin of emergency and trauma · 2018Article
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3 authors at 2 institutions in 2 countries.
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Abstract
introductionPelvic fractures might carry a significant risk of bleeding. A wide variety of pelvic binders together with pelvic sheets are available and offer an adjunct to the initial management of poly-trauma patients with pelvic injuries. These devices are collectively referred to as pelvic circumferential compression devices (PCCDs). The aim of this study was to review the literature for evidence pertinent to the efficacy and safety of PCCDs.
methodsUsing the PRISMA guidelines a systematic search on PubMed, Web of Science, CINAHL, Embase and Scopus was carried out. Articles included were in English language and published between 1999 and 2015. Studies included were appraised with narrative data synthesis.
resultsSeven articles addressed mechanical properties of non-invasive external mechanical devices, six articles focused on physiological aspects, and three studies evaluated the pressure characteristics of these devices. We found 4 case reports regarding adverse effects. None of the studies identified addressed the cost effectiveness or pain relief issues related to the use of PCCDs.
conclusionsBased on available literature, PCCDs are widely used in the initial management of patients with suspected pelvic bleeding. There is evidence to suggest that external compression reduces disrupted pelvic rings. There are some complications reported following application of PCCDs. Hemorrhagic source and physiological effectiveness of PCCDs needs to be addressed in future studies. In the meantime judicious application of PCCDs will continue to be recommended.
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