07.02.2021 - By Dr. Dennis Kim
In follow-up to a recent pro-con debate on the use of pre-hospital pelvic binders, we explore the why, when, and how of pelvic binder placement. From the indications to post-placement considerations and importance of a multidisciplinary approach to the management of these life-threatening injuries, this episode of Rounds is a great addition to Season 1 Episode 24 Hemodynamically Unstable Pelvic Fractures with Dr. Clay Burlew.
Time Stamps 00:12 Welcome 02:52 Learning Objectives 03:43 Introduction 05:58 Initial Assessment & Management of Patients with Suspected Hemodynamically Unstable Pelvic Fractures 09:54 Young-Burgess Classification of Pelvic Ring Fractures 12:00 Indications, Technique, and Considerations for Properly Placing a Pelvic Binder 17:30 Hemostatic Adjuncts in the Management of Patients with Hemodynamically Unstable Pelvic Fractures 22:13 Take Home Points 23:11 Outro & Call to Action Support the show