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Dantes G, Meyer CH, Ciampa M, Antoine A, Grise A, Dutreuil VL, He Z, Smith RN, Koganti D, Smith AD. Management of complex pediatric and adolescent liver trauma: adult vs pediatric level 1 trauma centers. Pediatr Surg Int 2024; 40:100. [PMID: 38584250 DOI: 10.1007/s00383-024-05673-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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PURPOSE Management of high-grade pediatric and adolescent liver trauma can be complex. Studies suggest that variation exists at adult (ATC) vs pediatric trauma centers (PTC); however, there is limited granular comparative data. We sought to describe and compare the management and outcomes of complex pediatric and adolescent liver trauma between a level 1 ATC and two PTCs in a large metropolitan city. METHODS A retrospective review of pediatric and adolescent (age < 21 years) patients with American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST) Grade 4 and 5 liver injuries managed at an ATC and PTCs between 2016 and 2022 was performed. Demographic, clinical, and outcome data were obtained at the ATC and PTCs. Primary outcomes included rates of operative management and use of interventional radiology (IR). Secondary outcomes included packed red blood cell (pRBC) utilization, intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay (LOS), and hospital LOS. RESULTS One hundred forty-four patients were identified, seventy-five at the ATC and sixty-nine at the PTC. The cohort was predominantly black (65.5%) males (63.5%). Six injuries (8.7%) at the PTC and forty-five (60%) injuries at the ATC were penetrating trauma. Comparing only blunt trauma, ATC patients had higher Injury Severity Score (median 37 vs 26) and ages (20 years vs 9 years). ATC patients were more likely to undergo operative management (26.7% vs 11.0%, p = 0.016) and utilized IR more (51.9% vs 4.8%, p < 0.001) compared to the PTC. The patients managed at the ATC required higher rates of pRBC transfusions though not statistically significant (p = 0.06). There were no differences in mortality, ICU, or hospital LOS. CONCLUSION Our retrospective review of high-grade pediatric and adolescent liver trauma demonstrated higher rates of IR and operating room use at the ATC compared to the PTC in the setting of higher Injury Severity Score and age. While the PTC successfully managed > 95% of Grade 4/5 liver injuries non-operatively, prospective data are needed to determine the optimal algorithm for management in the older adolescent population. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Goeto Dantes
- Department of Surgery, Emory University, 3052 Trafalgar Way, Chamblee, Atlanta, GA, 30341, USA.
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA.
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University, 3052 Trafalgar Way, Chamblee, Atlanta, GA, 30341, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Department of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Health, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Department of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Health, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Department of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Health, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Department of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Health, Atlanta, GA, USA
- University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Emory Department of Pediatrics, Emory University, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory Department of Pediatrics, Emory University, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University, 3052 Trafalgar Way, Chamblee, Atlanta, GA, 30341, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Department of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Health, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University, 3052 Trafalgar Way, Chamblee, Atlanta, GA, 30341, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Department of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Health, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University, 3052 Trafalgar Way, Chamblee, Atlanta, GA, 30341, USA
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Groszman L, McCook KM, Xiang L, Parker L, Villamor LL, Koganti D, Smith RN, Sola R. Understanding Chest CT Scan Usage Among Adolescent Blunt Trauma Patients at Adult Trauma Centers. Am Surg 2024; 90:220-224. [PMID: 37619987 DOI: 10.1177/00031348231198121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
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PURPOSE The utility of chest computed tomography (CCT) is not well established in the diagnostic algorithm of adolescent blunt trauma patients. Our study's aim was to review CCT usage in the initial evaluation of adolescent blunt trauma. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed adolescent blunt trauma patients treated at our urban level 1 adult trauma center from 2015 to 2019. Our primary outcome was the rate of positive CCT findings. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed. RESULTS There were 288 patients that met our inclusion criteria and 153 positive CCT and 135 negative CCT. There was no statistically significant difference between both groups in terms of age, gender, and race. Those with a positive CCT were found to have a statistically significant higher ISS than the negative CCT group (20.6 ± 12.3 vs 12.3 ± 7.6; P < .01). Those with a positive CCT were more likely to have a GCS <15 (40% vs 25%), have a positive CXR (38% vs 2%), have chest pain (16% vs 7%), and have an abnormal chest exam (27% vs 7%) than those with a negative CCT (P < .01). On multivariate analysis, positive CXR (P < .05, OR = 13.96) and ISS (P < .05, OR = 3.10) were independently associated with a positive CCT. CONCLUSION While CCT may provide valuable information, clinical exam coupled with low-ionizing radiographic imaging (i.e., CXR) may sufficiently identify chest trauma after blunt mechanisms. This shift in management can potentially reduce the risk of radiation without compromising the care of adolescent trauma patients at adult trauma centers.
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- Lilly Groszman
- Department of Surgery, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Center for Data Science, New York University, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Emory School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Dantes G, Kolousek A, Doshi N, Dutreuil V, Sciarretta JD, Sola R, Shah J, Smith RN, Smith AD, Koganti D. Utilization of Angiography in Pediatric Blunt Abdominal Injury at Adult versus Pediatric Trauma Centers. J Surg Res 2024; 293:561-569. [PMID: 37832307 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2023.08.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2023] [Revised: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/26/2023] [Indexed: 10/15/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Angiography has been widely accepted as an adjunct in the management of blunt abdominal trauma in adults. However, the role of angiography with or without angioembolization (AE) is still being defined in pediatric solid organ injury. We sought to compare the use of angiography in solid organ injury (SOI) at pediatric trauma centers (PTCs) versus an adult trauma center (ATC) in a large metropolitan city. METHODS Data were drawn from a collaborative effort of three Trauma centers (one adult and two pediatric) in Atlanta, GA. All pediatric patients (ages 1-18) treated for SOI between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2021 were included (n = 350). Registry data obtained included demographics, mechanism of injury, injury grade, injury severity score (ISS), procedures performed, and transfusions. Multivariate regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with angiography. RESULTS A total of 350 patients were identified during the study period with 101 treated at ATC and 249 treated at the two PTCs. The median age at the ATC was 17 y (IQR 16, 18) compared to nine (6, 13) at the PTCs. ISS was significantly higher at the ATC 22 (14, 34) compared to 16 (9, 22) at PTCs (P < 0.001). At the ATC, 11 (10.9%) patients underwent angiography, 4 (4.9%) of which underwent AE compared to seven (2.8%) patients who underwent angiography and AE at PTCs. In the multivariate analysis, factors associated with angiography use included age (OR 1.44, 95% CI 1.09-1.90, P = 0.010) and ISS (OR 1.05, 95% CI 1.02-1.09, P = 0.004). Through setting, ATC versus PTC was significant on univariable analysis, it did not remain a significant predictor of angiography on multivariable regression. CONCLUSIONS Our study demonstrated increased utilization of angiography for the management of SOI in pediatric patients treated at ATCs versus PTCs. On regression analysis, age and ISS remained significant predictors for angiography utilization, while setting (ATC versus PTC) was notably not a significant predictor. This data would suggest that differences in angiography utilization for pediatric SOI at PTCs and ATCs are influenced by differing patient populations (older and higher ISS), with otherwise uniform use. These findings provide a basis for future treatment algorithm revisions for pediatric blunt abdominal trauma that include angiography and provide support for the development of formal guidelines.
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- Goeto Dantes
- Department of Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia.
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse University, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Pediatric Biostatistics Core, Department of Pediatrics, Emory School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; Department of Trauma Surgery, Emory University, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Morehouse University, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Division of Interventional Radiology and Image-Guided Medicine, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; Department of Trauma Surgery, Emory University, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; Pediatric Biostatistics Core, Department of Pediatrics, Emory School of Medicine Atlanta, Georgia
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; Department of Trauma Surgery, Emory University, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia
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Melmer PD, Taylor R, Vera L, Wong D, Santos AP, Chung T, Sola JR, Castater CA, Nguyen J, Nottingham JM, Berg AF, Sleeman D, Namias N, Daley BJ, Procter L, Aboutanos MB, Davis JM, Koganti D, Sciarretta JD. Optimizing Transitions of Care and Enhancing Surgical Education on Acute Care Surgery: A Multi-Institutional Survey Study. J Surg Educ 2023; 80:1687-1692. [PMID: 37442698 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsurg.2023.06.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2023] [Revised: 05/08/2023] [Accepted: 06/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Critically ill and injured patients are routinely managed on the Trauma and Acute Care Surgery (ACS) service and receive care from numerous residents during hospital admission. The Clinical Learning Environment Review (CLER) program established by the ACGME identified variability in resident transitions of care (TC) while observing quality care and patient safety concerns. The aim of our multi-institutional study was to review surgical trainees' impressions of a specialty-specific handoff format in order to optimize patient care and enhance surgical education on the ACS service. DESIGN A survey study was conducted with a voluntary electronic 20-item questionnaire that utilized a 5 point Likert scale regarding TC among resident peers, supervised handoffs by trauma attendings, and surgical education. It also allowed for open-ended responses regarding perceived advantages and disadvantages of handoffs. SETTING Ten American College of Surgeons-verified Level 1 adult trauma centers. PARTICIPANTS All general surgery residents and trauma/acute/surgical critical care fellows were surveyed. RESULTS The study task was completed by 147 postgraduate trainees (125 residents, 14 ACS fellows, and 8 surgical critical care fellows) with a response rate of 61%. Institutional responses included: university hospital (67%), community hospital-university affiliate (16%), and private hospital-university affiliate (17%). A majority of respondents were satisfied with morning TC (62.6%) while approximately half were satisfied with evening TC (52.4%). Respondees believe supervised handoffs improved TC and prevented patient care delays (80.9% and 74.8%, respectively). A total of 35% of trainees utilized the open-ended response field to highlight specific best practices of their home institutions. CONCLUSIONS Surgical trainees view ACS morning handoff as an effective standard to provide the highest level of clinical care and an opportunity to enhance surgical knowledge. As TC continue to be a focus of certifying bodies, identifying best practices and opportunities for improvement are critical to optimizing quality patient care and surgical education.
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- University of Tennessee Medical Center Knoxville, Tennessee
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- University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston, Texas
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- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas
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- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas
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- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, Texas
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- University of Miami Ryder Trauma Center, Miami, Florida
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- University of Miami Ryder Trauma Center, Miami, Florida
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- University of Tennessee Medical Center Knoxville, Tennessee
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- Virginia Commonwealth University Health, Richmond, Virginia
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- South Shore University Hospital Northwell Health, Bay Shore, New York
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Noorbakhsh S, Gomez L, Joung Y, Meyer C, Hanos DS, Freedberg M, Klingensmith N, Grant AA, Koganti D, Nguyen J, Smith RN, Sciarretta JD. Hepatic Arterioportal Fistula Following Liver Trauma: Case Series and Review of the Literature. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2023; 57:749-755. [PMID: 36940466 PMCID: PMC10724846 DOI: 10.1177/15385744231165155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/22/2023]
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PURPOSE Hepatic arterioportal fistula (HAPF) is an uncommon complication of hepatic trauma, which can manifest with abdominal pain and the sequelae of portal hypertension months to years after injury. The purpose of this study is to present cases of HAPF from our busy urban trauma center and make recommendations for management. METHODS One hundred and twenty-seven patients with high-grade penetrating liver injuries (American Association for the Surgery of Trauma [AAST] - Grades IV-V) between January 2019 and October 2022 were retrospectively reviewed. Five patients were identified with an acute hepatic arterioportal fistula following abdominal trauma from our ACS-verified adult Level 1 trauma center. Institutional experience with overall surgical management is described and reviewed with the current literature. RESULTS Four of our patients presented in hemorrhagic shock requiring emergent operative intervention. The first patient had postoperative angiography and coil embolization of the HAPF. Patients 2 through 4 underwent damage control laparotomy with temporary abdominal closure followed by postoperative transarterial embolization with gelatin sponge particles (Gelfoam) or combined Gelfoam/n-butyl cyanoacrylate. The final patient went directly for angiography and Gelfoam embolization after identification of the HAPF. All 5 patients had resolution of HAPF on follow-up imaging with continued post management for traumatic injuries. CONCLUSION Hepatic arterioportal fistula can present as a complication of hepatic injury and manifest with significant hemodynamic aberrations. Although surgical intervention was required to achieve hemorrhage control in almost all cases, management of HAPF in the setting of high-grade liver injuries was achieved successfully with modern endovascular techniques. A multidisciplinary approach to such injuries is necessary to optimize care in the acute setting following traumatic injury.
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- Soroosh Noorbakhsh
- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Bliton JN, Paul J, Smith AD, Duran RG, Sola R, Chaudhary S, Fraser Doh K, Koganti D, Dantes G, Hernandez Irizarry RC, Bonsu JM, Welch TT, Richard RA, Smith RN. Increases in adolescent firearm injuries were associated with school closures during COVID-19. Injury 2023; 54:110824. [PMID: 37296010 PMCID: PMC10246889 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2023.05.055] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2022] [Revised: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 05/13/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Mitigation measures, including school closures, were enacted to protect the public during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the negative effects of mitigation measures are not fully known. Adolescents are uniquely vulnerable to policy changes since many depend on schools for physical, mental, and/or nutritional support. This study explores the statistical relationships between school closures and adolescent firearm injuries (AFI) during the pandemic. METHODS Data were drawn from a collaborative registry of 4 trauma centers in Atlanta, GA (2 adult and 2 pediatric). Firearm injuries affecting adolescents aged 11-21 years from 1/1/2016 to 6/30/2021 were evaluated. Local economic and COVID data were obtained from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Georgia Department of Health. Linear models of AFI were created based on COVID cases, school closure, unemployment, and wage changes. RESULTS There were 1,330 AFI at Atlanta trauma centers during the study period, 1,130 of whom resided in the 10 metro counties. A significant spike in injuries was observed during Spring 2020. A season-adjusted time series of AFI was found to be non- stationary (p = 0.60). After adjustment for unemployment, seasonal variation, wage changes, county baseline injury rate, and county-level COVID incidence, each additional day of unplanned school closure in Atlanta was associated with 0.69 (95% CI 0.34- 1.04, p < 0.001) additional AFIs across the city. CONCLUSION AFI increased during the COVID pandemic. This rise in violence is statistically attributable in part to school closures after adjustment for COVID cases, unemployment, and seasonal variation. These findings reinforce the need to consider the direct implications on public health and adolescent safety when implementing public policy.
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, USA; Grady Memorial Hospital, USA
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- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, USA
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- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, USA; Emory University Rollins School of Public Health, USA
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Meyer CH, Noorbakhsh S, Jackson K, Holstein R, Sola R, Koganti D, Bliton J, Smith A, Doh KF, Chaudhary S, Sciarretta JD, Smith RN. Trends in Adolescent Firearm-Related Injury: A Time Series Analysis. Am Surg 2023; 89:3429-3432. [PMID: 36916309 PMCID: PMC10696842 DOI: 10.1177/00031348231157905] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Firearm-related injury (FRI) became the leading cause of death among children/adolescents in 2019. PURPOSE This study sought to determine changes over time in the population of adolescents affected by FRI in Atlanta, Georgia, such that high risk cohorts could be identified. RESEARCH DESIGN City-wide retrospective cohort review. STUDY SAMPLE Adolescent victims (age 11-21 years of age) of FRI, defined by ICD9/10 codes, in Atlanta, Georgia. DATA ANALYSIS Descriptive, multivariate and time series analysis. RESULTS There were 1,453 adolescent FRI victims in this time period, predominantly Black (86%) and male (86.6%). Unintentional injury was higher among ages 11-14 years (43.1%) compared to 15-17 years (10.2%) and 18-21 years (9.3%) (P < .01). FRI affecting females increased at a rate of 8.1 injuries/year (P < .01), and unintentional injuries increased at by 7.6/year (P < .01). Mortality declined from 16% in 2016 to 7.7% in 2021. CONCLUSION Our data provides evidence for firearm policy reform. Interventions should target prevention of intentional injury among AQ4 females and seek to reverse the trend in unintentional injuries.
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- Courtney H. Meyer
- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Morehouse University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, Queens, NY, USA
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- Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Meyer CH, Grant A, Sola R, Gills K, Mora A, Tracy BM, Muralidharan VJ, Koganti D, Todd SR, Butler C, Nguyen J, Hurst S, Udobi K, Sciarretta J, Williams K, Davis M, Dente C, Benjamin E, Ayoung-Chee P, Smith RN. Corrigendum to "Presentation, clinical course and complications in trauma patients with concomitant COVID-19 infection" [Am J Surg 224 (1 Pt B) (2022) 607-611]. Am J Surg 2023; 226:297. [PMID: 36384987 PMCID: PMC9659325 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2022.10.057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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- C H Meyer
- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, United States; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, United States.
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Castater C, Noorbakhsh S, Harousseau W, Klingensmith N, Koganti D, Nguyen J, Smith RN, Benarroch-Gampel J, Ramos CR, Rajani R, Sciarretta JD. Missing Bullets: Bullet Embolization Case Series and Review of the Literature. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2023; 57:281-284. [PMID: 36408888 PMCID: PMC10696720 DOI: 10.1177/15385744221141295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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PURPOSE Bullet embolization is a rare but dangerous phenomenon. Based on the location of embolization, migration of bullets can cause limb or intra-abdominal ischemia, pulmonary infarction, cardiac valve injury, or cerebrovascular accident. Bullet emboli can present a diagnostic challenge given the varied nature of complications based on location of embolization, which may not coincide with the site of initial injury. The purpose of this study is to present several cases of bullet embolization from our busy urban trauma center and make recommendations for management. METHODS We present 3 cases of bullet embolization seen in injured patients at our Level 1 trauma center. We describe our management of these injuries and make recommendations for management in the context of our institutional experience and comment on the available literature regarding bullet embolization. RESULTS Two of our patients presented in extremis and required operative intervention to achieve stability. The intravascular missile was discovered intraoperatively in one patient and removed in the operating room, while the missile was discovered on postoperative imaging in another patient and again removed operatively after an unsuccessful attempt at minimally invasive retrieval. Our third patient remained hemodynamically stable throughout his hospitalization and had endovascular management of his bullet embolus. CONCLUSION Bullet emboli present a challenging complication of penetrating trauma. We recommend removal of all arterial bullet emboli and those within the pulmonary venous system. In hemodynamically stable patients, we recommend initial attempts of endovascular retrieval followed by open surgical removal. We recommend open removal in cases of hemodynamic instability.
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Emory University School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
- Emory University School of Medicine, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Abdullahi D, Zeidan A, Koganti D, Feinberg I, O'Connor MH, Asker S, Butler J, Meyer C, Rasheed M, Herard K, Smith RN. Cultural and Linguistic Adaptations of Stop the Bleed in Multi-Ethnic Refugee Communities. Am Surg 2023:31348231162708. [PMID: 36894880 DOI: 10.1177/00031348231162708] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Stop the Bleed (STB), and other trainings that promote health education in basic trauma management techniques, is offered mostly in English and Spanish in the United States. Limited access to injury prevention training may contribute to inequities in health outcomes for individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP). Our study aims to determine the feasibility and effectiveness of STB training in 4 languages spoken in a super diverse refugee settlement community, Clarkston, GA. METHODS Written STB educational materials were culturally adapted, translated, and back translated into 4 languages: Arabic, Burmese, Somali, and Swahili. Four 90-minute in-person STB trainings were conducted by medical personnel with community-based interpreters at a central and familiar location in the Clarkston community. Pre- and post-tests were administered in participant's preferred language to evaluate change in knowledge and beliefs as well as the effectiveness of the training method. RESULTS A total of 46 community members were trained in STB, the majority of which were women (63%). Participants demonstrated improvement in their knowledge, confidence, and comfort using STB techniques. Participants reported that 2 aspects of the training were particularly beneficial: the presence of language concordant interpreters from the community and small group hands on sessions that allowed for practicing STB techniques. CONCLUSION Cultural and linguistic adaptation of STB training is a feasible, cost-effective, and effective method for disseminating life-saving information and trauma education to immigrant populations who have LEP. Expansion of community training and partnerships to support the needs of diverse communities is both necessary and urgent.
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- Dirir Abdullahi
- Department of Surgery, 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, 12239Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Acute Care Surgery and General Surgery, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Associate Director of Adult Literacy Research Center, 1373Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of English and Community Health Engagement, 1373Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, 1371Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1371Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, 1371Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, 1371Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1371Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Parker LA, Villamor LL, Groszman L, Xiang L, Koganti D, Smith R, Sola R. Understanding Head CT Scan Usage Amongst Adolescent Blunt Trauma Patients Treated at a Level 1 Adult Trauma Center. Am Surg 2023:31348231157806. [PMID: 36803093 DOI: 10.1177/00031348231157806] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Guidelines developed by the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network (PECARN) exist to reserve the use of head CT for pediatric patients with a high risk of head injury. However, CTs are still being overutilized especially at adult trauma centers. The aim of our study was to review our use of head CTs in adolescent blunt trauma patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS Patients aged 11-18 who underwent head CT scans from 2016 to 2019 at our urban level 1 adult trauma center were included. Data was collected via electronic medical record and analyzed through retrospective chart review. RESULTS Of the 285 patients requiring a head CT, 205 had a negative head CT (NHCT) and 80 patients had a positive head CT (PHCT). There was no difference in age, gender, race, and trauma mechanism between the groups. The PHCT group was found to be with a statistically significant higher likelihood of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) < 15 (65% vs 23%; P < .01), abnormal head exam (70% vs 25%; P < .01), and loss of consciousness (85% vs 54%; P < .01) compared to the NHCT group. There were 44 patients who had low risk of head injury, based on the PECARN guidelines, and received a head CT. None of the patients had a positive head CT. CONCLUSION Our study suggests that reinforcement of the PECARN guidelines should occur for ordering head CTs in adolescent blunt trauma patients. Future prospective studies are needed to validate the use of PECARN head CT guidelines in this patient population.
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- Laurel A Parker
- Department of Surgery, 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Center for Data Science, 5894New York University, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1371Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1371Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Sharma B, Kolousek A, Lian B, Koganti D, Smith RN, Sola R. Cervical Spine Computed Tomography in Adolescent Blunt Trauma Patients: Are They Being Overutilized? J Surg Res 2023; 282:155-159. [PMID: 36279708 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2022.09.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 08/18/2022] [Accepted: 09/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Cervical spine computed tomography (CSCT) scans are used to evaluate cervical spine traumatic injuries; however, recent evidence demonstrates that adult trauma centers (ATCs) overutilize CSCT when evaluating adolescent patients. This leads to unnecessary radiation exposure. The aim of this study is to review a level 1 ATC's use of CSCT in the adolescent blunt trauma population. METHODS A retrospective chart review was conducted of a level 1 ATC's trauma database. Blunt trauma patients between the ages of 11 and 18 who receive a CSCT between January 2015 to December 2019 were included. The primary outcome was the prevalence of positive findings on CSCT scans. Data were analyzed using Fischer-Exact analysis and multivariate logistic regression where appropriate. RESULTS Three-hundred thirty-seven of 546 (61.7%) adolescent blunt trauma patients received CSCT. Of those, 68.2% (230) were male; the mean age was 16.6 ± 1.0 y old. Twenty-eight patients (8.3%) had a positive finding on CSCT. All patients with a positive CSCT failed the National Emergency X-Radiography Utilization study (NEXUS) criteria while 123 patients (36.5%) with a negative CSCT met NEXUS criteria. CONCLUSIONS CSCT was overutilized in our trauma center. There is a low positive CSCT scan rate among adolescent patients, which aligns with the current literature. All patients with positive CSCT passed NEXUS criteria suggesting that a quality improvement project focusing on the use of the NEXUS criteria to assess the risk of cervical spine injury could potentially reduce the use of CSCT scans by nearly 40%.
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- Bharath Sharma
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Mercer University School of Medicine, Department of Community Medicine, Macon, Georgia
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, Atlanta, Georgia.
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Reynolds T, Koganti D. Is your face worth it? The cost of transfer for isolated facial fractures: A commentary on "Isolated facial fractures transferred for higher level of care". Am J Surg 2023; 225:26-27. [PMID: 36273941 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2022.10.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2022] [Accepted: 10/14/2022] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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- Tyler Reynolds
- Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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Kolousek A, Sharma B, Lian B, Koganti D, Smith RN, Sola R. Understanding abdominal pelvic computerized tomography scan usage amongst adolescent blunt trauma patients treated at adult trauma centers. Injury 2023; 54:100-104. [PMID: 35999064 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2022.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2022] [Revised: 07/25/2022] [Accepted: 08/03/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The algorithm for evaluating adolescent patients with blunt trauma includes abdominal pelvic CT (APCT). The aim of this study is to evaluate the utility of APCT in this context. METHODS We performed a retrospective review of adolescent (11 to 18 years of age) blunt trauma patients at an urban adult level 1 trauma center from January 2015 to December 2019. The primary outcome was the prevalence of positive findings on APCT scan. Additionally, clinical risk factors concerning for intra-abdominal injury were analyzed. RESULTS There were 546 patients evaluated for blunt trauma and the prevalence of APCT within the population was 59.3% (95% CI 54.2%-64.9%). Of the patients who received APCT, 123 (37.9%) had positive findings on APCT. Only 25 patients (7.7% of those who underwent APCT) required abdominal surgery while 40 patients (12.3%) had intraabdominal injury that did not require surgery. Risk factors were present in 100% of patients with intraabdominal injury and absent in 28.7% of patients without intraabdominal injury. Abnormal abdominal exam, abnormal FAST, positive chest x-ray and elevated transaminases were independently associated with intraabdominal injury. CONCLUSIONS Our study found that adolescent blunt trauma patients treated at our trauma center had a higher rate of APCT usage, but a comparable rate of positive findings when compared with the most recent literature. Future studies should focus on reducing the number of patients who undergo APCT despite an absence of clinical risk factors.
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- Anastasia Kolousek
- Morehouse School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, 720 Westview Drive, Atlanta, GA 30310, United States.
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, 720 Westview Drive, Atlanta, GA 30310, United States.
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- Mercer University School of Medicine, Department of Community Medicine, 1501 Mercer University Drive, Macon, GA 30341, United States.
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, 69 Jesse Hill Jr. Dr. SE, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States.
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, 69 Jesse Hill Jr. Dr. SE, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States.
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- Morehouse School of Medicine, Department of Surgery, 720 Westview Drive, Atlanta, GA 30310, United States.
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Freeman JJ, Yorkgitis BK, Haines K, Koganti D, Patel N, Maine R, Chiu W, Tran TL, Como JJ, Kasotakis G. Vaccination after spleen embolization: A practice management guideline from the Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma. Injury 2022; 53:3569-3574. [PMID: 36038390 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2022.08.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2022] [Revised: 08/02/2022] [Accepted: 08/03/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Angioembolization is an important adjunct in the non-operative management of adult trauma patients with splenic injury. Multiple studies have shown that angioembolization may increase the non-operative splenic salvage rate for patients with high-grade splenic injuries. We performed a systematic review and developed evidence-based recommendations regarding the need for post-splenectomy vaccinations after splenic embolization in trauma patients. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis of currently available evidence were performed utilizing the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) methodology. RESULTS Nine studies were identified and analyzed. A total of 240 embolization patients were compared to 443 control patients who neither underwent splenectomy nor were embolized. There was no statistical difference between the splenic immune function of embolized and control patients. In addition, a total of 3974 splenectomy patients was compared with 686 embolization patients. Embolization patients had fewer infectious complications and a greater degree of preserved splenic immune function. CONCLUSION In adult trauma patients who have undergone splenic angioembolization, we conditionally recommend against routine post-splenectomy vaccinations. STUDY TYPE systematic review/meta-analysis Level of evidence: level III.
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL.
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- Division of Trauma and Critical Care, Department of Surgery, Duke University, Durham, NC.
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- Division of Trauma, Acute Care Surgery & Surgical Critical Care, Department of Surgery, MetroHealth Medical Center, Cleveland, OH.
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- Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
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- Department of Surgery, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.
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- Division of Trauma, Acute Care Surgery & Surgical Critical Care, Department of Surgery, MetroHealth Medical Center, Cleveland, OH.
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- Division of Trauma and Critical Care, Department of Surgery, Duke University, Durham, NC.
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Bakshi AS, Hardy SL, Moore E, Nicely KW, Koganti D, Hanos D, Thompson AN, Grant A, Nguyen J, Sola R, Williams KN, Sciarretta JD, Dente CJ, Castater CA, Smith RN. Second Victim Syndrome in Trauma Practitioners and Other Ancillary Staff. Am Surg 2022; 88:2258-2260. [PMID: 35838277 DOI: 10.1177/00031348221083955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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In health care, second victims are traumatized clinicians involved in unanticipated or untoward patient events. Programs that address second victim syndrome are sparse and its diagnosis often goes unrecognized. Consistently, literature has identified gaps in support resources, leading to compromised patient care and provider health. This project evaluates the need for second victim resources in trauma care providers at a tertiary public level 1 trauma hospital by electronically implementing a validated second victim survey over 5 weeks. Our results illustrate that second victim syndrome is prevalent among 57.1% of trauma care providers, of which 22.9% agree that second victim syndrome results in some form of undesirable work intentions.
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- Arjun S Bakshi
- 138565Department of Medicine, Mercer University School of Medicine, GA, USA
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- 15792Department of Nursing, Emory University School of Nursing, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 15792Department of Nursing, Emory University School of Nursing, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 15792Department of Nursing, Emory University School of Nursing, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Surgery, 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Meyer CH, Grant A, Sola R, Gills K, Mora AN, Tracy BM, Muralidharan VJ, Koganti D, Todd SR, Butler C, Nguyen J, Hurst S, Udobi K, Sciarretta J, Williams K, Davis M, Dente C, Benjamin E, Ayoung-Chee P, Smith RN. Presentation, clinical course and complications in trauma patients with concomitant COVID-19 infection. Am J Surg 2022; 224:607-611. [PMID: 35534294 PMCID: PMC8978444 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2022.03.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2022] [Revised: 03/20/2022] [Accepted: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND This study investigated the impact of COVID-19 infection on hospitalized trauma patients. METHODS A retrospective review of hospitalized trauma patients at a level I trauma center was performed from March-December 2020. Data pertaining to patient demographics, presentation and hospital course was compared between COVID positive and negative trauma patients. RESULTS There were 4,912 patients and 179 (3.64%) were COVID-19 positive. Demographics and clinical presentation did not differ significantly between those with and without concomitant COVID-19. However, COVID positive trauma patients had higher rates of acute kidney injury (p = 0.016), sepsis (p = 0.016), unplanned intubation (p = 0.002) and unplanned return to the ICU (p = 0.01). The COVID positive cohort also had longer hospital stays (p < 0.01) with no significant difference in mortality. CONCLUSIONS In the setting of an ongoing pandemic, awareness of the complications COVID positive trauma patients are predisposed to is important for providers.
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- C H Meyer
- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Grady Health System, Atlanta, GA, USA; Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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Castater C, Raney E, Nguyen J, Reed KK, Thompson AN, Greene WR, Sola R, Grant AA, Sciarretta JD, Todd SR, Williams KN, Hurst S, Butler C, Udobi K, Ayoung-Chee P, Benjamin ER, Davis MA, Koganti D, Smith RN. Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment to Prevent Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder After Gunshot Wounds. Am Surg 2022; 88:2215-2217. [PMID: 35503305 DOI: 10.1177/00031348221091955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) is an intervention originally developed to prevent and deter substance abuse. Adaptation of the SBIRT model to prevent post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may potentially reduce acute stress symptoms after traumatic injury. We conducted a prospective randomized control study of adult patients admitted for gunshot wounds. Patients were randomized to intervention (INT) vs. treatment as usual (TAU) groups. INT received the newly developed SBIRT Intervention for Trauma Patients (SITP)-a 15-minute session with elements of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. SITP took place during the index hospitalization; both groups had followup at 30 and 90 days at which time a validated PTSD screening tool, PCL-5, was administered. Most of the 46 participants were young (mean age = 30.5y), male (91.3%), and black (86.9%). At three-month follow-up, SBIRT and TAU patients had similar physical healing scores but the SBIRT arm showed reductions in PTSD symptoms.
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- 12239Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1374Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 12239Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Melmer PD, Clatterbuck B, Parker V, Castater CA, Klingensmith NJ, Ramos CR, Busby S, Hurst SD, Koganti D, Williams KN, Grant AA, Smith RN, Benarroch-Gampel J, Dente CJ, Rajani RR, Todd SR, Sciarretta JD. Superior Mesenteric Artery and Vein Injuries: Operative Strategies and Outcomes. Vasc Endovascular Surg 2021; 56:40-48. [PMID: 34533371 DOI: 10.1177/15385744211042491] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Traumatic injuries to the mesenteric vessels are rare and often lethal. Visceral vessels, such as the superior mesenteric artery (SMA) and vein (SMV), supply blood to the small and large bowel by a rich system of collaterals. Because fewer than 100 such injuries have been described in the literature, they pose challenges in both diagnosis and management and can unfortunately result in high mortality rates. Prompt diagnosis, surgical intervention, and resuscitation can lead to improved outcomes. Here, we review the literature surrounding traumatic injuries of the SMA/SMV and discuss management strategies.
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- Patrick D Melmer
- Grand Strand Medical Center, University of South Carolina, Myrtle Beach, SC, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Marcus Trauma Center, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Soelling S, Koganti D, Padilla I, Goodman M, Prakash P, Smith R. Suicide Attempts and Adolescents: The Need for Specialized Resources at Adult Trauma Centers. APS 2020. [DOI: 10.2174/2210676610999200727095605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
Background:
Suicide is the second leading cause of adolescent death and suicide
attempts outnumber deaths 50:1 for adolescents 15 to 19 years of age. This study examines
differences in outcomes between adolescents and adults treated at an adult trauma center in
an effort to guide recovery and prevention strategies following an adolescent suicide attempt.
Methods:
Retrospective review of patients aged ≥14 years treated at an urban, Level 1
trauma center for self-inflicted injuries between 2009 and 2018 was performed. The cohort
was divided into adolescents (14-19 years) and adults (≥20 years) and into group A (economically
distressed) and group B (non-distressed). Demographics, injury, outcomes, and
geospatial analysis were compared.
Results:
Among 723 patients, 60 (8%) were adolescents of which 92% were male, 55%
black, 47% blunt injuries, and 53% penetrating. In adults, 76% were male, 41% black, 28%
blunt injuries, and 72% penetrating. Mortality estimates for adolescents and adults were 35%
and 24%, respectively (p=0.09). Most adolescent deaths occurred within 3 days after admission,
while adult deaths occurred further into hospitalization (p<0.01). Cox regression analysis
found higher mortality with self-pay compared to private insurance (HR 2.6; p<0.001),
and penetrating vs. blunt/other injuries (HR 2.4; p<0.001). Psychiatric care was administered
in 64% of adolescents (n=39) and 84% of adults (p< 0.01).
Conclusions:
Inpatient psychiatric care for adolescents who attempted suicide was limited at
an adult trauma center. The high incidence of suicide attempts and community-level distress
in adolescents require immediate attention and resources.
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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- University of Chicago School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, United States
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- Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, United States
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Castater CA, Carlin M, Parker VD, Sciarretta C, Koganti D, Nguyen J, Grant AA, Smith RN, Ramos CR, Sciarretta JD, Dente CJ, Rajani R, Todd SR. Intra-abdominal Inferior Vena Cava Injuries: Operative Strategies and Outcomes. Am Surg 2020; 87:1316-1326. [PMID: 33345550 DOI: 10.1177/0003134820973395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
Abstract
Visceral vascular injuries are relatively uncommon even in busy urban trauma centers. The inferior vena cava (IVC) is the most frequently injured visceral vein and can be a complex operative challenge. Despite advances in early volume resuscitation, improved transport times, prompt operative intervention, and hemorrhage control, mortality rates have remained largely unchanged. This article conducts an in-depth review of the literature surrounding IVC injuries and a detailed discussion of operative strategies and management as survivability is ultimately dependent on the grade of injury, location, and the presence of hemorrhagic shock.
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- Christine A Castater
- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA.,Morehouse School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371Emory University School of Medicine, 71741Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA.,University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Koganti D, Grady ZJ, Nguyen J, Butler CC, Robb Todd S, Sciarretta J, Arroyo-Archer K, Grant AA. Is Blush on CT Scan in Patients With Pelvic Fracture Associated With Embolization Rates and Outcomes? Am Surg 2020; 87:913-918. [PMID: 33280416 DOI: 10.1177/0003134820940246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION In trauma patients with pelvic fractures, computed tomography (CT) scans are a critical tool to evaluate life-threatening hemorrhage. Contrast extravasation, or "blush", on CT may be a sign of bleeding, prompting a consult for angiography and possible embolization. However, the utility of blush on CT is controversial. We sought to evaluate our experience with patients who sustained pelvic fractures and had blush on CT. METHOD A retrospective review was performed for all patients with blunt pelvic fractures between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2018. Demographic, clinical, radiographic, and injury data were obtained. Comparison of mortality, hospital length of stay (LOS), and intensive care unit (ICU) LOS was performed for 3 subgroups: angio versus no angio; embo versus no embo; prophylactic embo versus therapeutic embo. We also calculated the sensitivity, specify, positive predictive value (PPV), and negative predictive value (NPV) of CT blush to predict the need for embolization. RESULTS 889 patients were found to have a blunt pelvic fracture. 51 patients had blush on CT scan. 29 (56.9%) underwent angiography. 17 (58.6%) of these 29 patients were found to have extravasation and were embolized. 12 patients had an angio with no extravasation, and 6 of these patients (50%) underwent prophylactic embolization. No significant difference was found for hospital LOS, ICU LOS, or mortality in our 3 groups. Sensitivity, specificity, PPV, and NPV for CT blush were 74%, 96%, 33%, 99%, respectively. CONCLUSION Patients with active extravasation undergoing embolization had similar outcomes to patients without active extravasation. Blush on CT scan had low sensitivity and low PPV but high specificity and high NPV. Future studies need to include careful attention to the CT protocol utilized as well as patient selection.
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- Deepika Koganti
- 1371 Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.,Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371 Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA.,Department of Surgery, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA.,Department of Surgery, Morehouse School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371 Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.,Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA.,Department of Radiology, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- 1371 Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.,Acute Care Surgery, Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Johnson AP, Koganti D, Wallace A, Stake S, Cowan SW, Cohen MJ, Marks JA. Asymptomatic Trauma Patients Screened for Venous Thromboembolism Have a Higher Risk Profile with Lower Rate of Pulmonary Embolism: A Five-Year Single-Institution Experience. Am Surg 2020. [DOI: 10.1177/000313482008600226] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
Abstract
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is linked to reimbursements and publicly reported metrics. Some hospitals discourage venous duplex ultrasound (VDUS) screening in asymptomatic trauma patients because they often find higher rates of DVT. We aim to evaluate the association between lower extremity (LE) VDUS screening and pulmonary embolism (PE) in trauma patients. Trauma patients admitted to an urban Level-1 trauma center between 2010 and 2015 were retrospectively analyzed. We characterized the association of asymptomatic LE VDUSs with PE, upper extremity DVT, proximal LE DVT, and distal LE DVT by univariate and multivariable logistic regression controlling for confounders. Of the 3959 trauma patients included in our study—after adjusting for covariates related to patient demographics, injury, and procedures—there was a significantly lower likelihood of PE in screened patients (odds ratio (OR) = 0.02, P < 0.001) and a higher rate of distal LE DVT (OR 11.1, P = 0.004). Screening was not associated with higher rates of proximal LE DVTafter adjustment for covariates (OR = 1.8, P = 0.193). PE was associated with patient transfer status, pelvis fracture, and spinal procedures in unscreened patients. After adjusting for covariates, we have shown that LE VDUS asymptomatic screening is associated with lower rates of PE in trauma patients and not associated with higher rates of proximal LE DVT. Our detailed institutional review of a large cohort of trauma patients over five years provides support for ongoing asymptomatic screening and better characterizes venous thromboembolism outcomes than similarly sized purely administrative data reviews. As a retrospective cohort study with a large sample size, no loss to follow-up, and a population with low heterogeneity, this study should be considered as level III evidence for care management.
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- Adam P. Johnson
- From the Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- From the Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- From the Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- From the Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- From the Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- From the Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- From the Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Danner OK, Fobare A, Henry B, Butler C, Koganti D, Childs E, Nguyen J, Udobi K, Danner OK, Rajani R, Sola R, Hoard R, Gelbard R. Successful Treatment of Dual Juxtahepatic Inferior Vena Cava Injuries Using Formal Atriocaval Shunt: A Case Report and Review of the Literature. Surg Case Rep 2020. [DOI: 10.31487/j.scr.2020.05.05] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Repair of penetrating retrohepatic inferior vena cava (IVC) injuries continues to challenge trauma surgeons
due to difficulty in accessing the injury, hemorrhage prior to the repair, and associated high mortality rates.
Complication by suprahepatic vena cava injuries portends an increased risk of an unfavorable outcome.
Over time, overall survival has been relatively unchanged, and the morbidity and mortality associated with
these injuries continue to be very high. First proposed by Shrock et al. in 1968, atriocaval shunt placement
remains the gold standard approach for the temporary bypass of these lesions by controlling bleeding from
the retrohepatic IVC to allow time for repair prior to exsanguination and death. Despite familiarity with this
management strategy for decades, these injuries remain infrequent but continue to have poor survival due
to their complexity. There are only rare examples of the use of this approach resulting in successful
discharge from the hospital. We present a case report of survival after the successful deployment of an
atriocaval shunt in a patient who sustained multiple gunshot wounds to his right thoraco-abdomen, left chest,
and upper and lower extremities. He ultimately survived to discharge from the hospital. We provide a brief
review of the current literature and propose future approaches to repairs of juxtahepatic IVC injuries.
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Johnson AP, Koganti D, Wallace A, Stake S, Cowan SW, Cohen MJ, Marks JA. Asymptomatic Trauma Patients Screened for Venous Thromboembolism Have a Higher Risk Profile with Lower Rate of Pulmonary Embolism: A Five-Year Single-Institution Experience. Am Surg 2020; 86:104-109. [PMID: 32167051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
Abstract
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is linked to reimbursements and publicly reported metrics. Some hospitals discourage venous duplex ultrasound (VDUS) screening in asymptomatic trauma patients because they often find higher rates of DVT. We aim to evaluate the association between lower extremity (LE) VDUS screening and pulmonary embolism (PE) in trauma patients. Trauma patients admitted to an urban Level-1 trauma center between 2010 and 2015 were retrospectively analyzed. We characterized the association of asymptomatic LE VDUSs with PE, upper extremity DVT, proximal LE DVT, and distal LE DVT by univariate and multivariable logistic regression controlling for confounders. Of the 3959 trauma patients included in our study-after adjusting for covariates related to patient demographics, injury, and procedures-there was a significantly lower likelihood of PE in screened patients (odds ratio (OR) = 0.02, P < 0.001) and a higher rate of distal LE DVT (OR 11.1, P = 0.004). Screening was not associated with higher rates of proximal LE DVT after adjustment for covariates (OR = 1.8, P = 0.193). PE was associated with patient transfer status, pelvis fracture, and spinal procedures in unscreened patients. After adjusting for covariates, we have shown that LE VDUS asymptomatic screening is associated with lower rates of PE in trauma patients and not associated with higher rates of proximal LE DVT. Our detailed institutional review of a large cohort of trauma patients over five years provides support for ongoing asymptomatic screening and better characterizes venous thromboembolism outcomes than similarly sized purely administrative data reviews. As a retrospective cohort study with a large sample size, no loss to follow-up, and a population with low heterogeneity, this study should be considered as level III evidence for care management.
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Melmer P, Carlin M, Castater CA, Koganti D, Hurst SD, Tracy BM, Grant AA, Williams K, Smith RN, Dente CJ, Sciarretta JD. Mass Casualty Shootings and Emergency Preparedness: A Multidisciplinary Approach for an Unpredictable Event. J Multidiscip Healthc 2019; 12:1013-1021. [PMID: 31849477 PMCID: PMC6911362 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s219021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2019] [Accepted: 11/21/2019] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
Abstract
Mass casualty events (MCE) are an infrequent occurrence to most daily healthcare systems however these incidents are the causation for new hospital preparedness and the development of coordinated emergency services. The broad support and operational plans outside the hospital include emergency medical services, local law enforcement, government agencies, and city officials. Modern-day hospital disaster preparedness goals include scheduled training for healthcare personnel to ensure effective and accurate triage for a high-volume of injured patients. This MDT collaboration strengthens the emergency response to optimize the delivery of life-saving care during MCEs. This review identifies the clinical importance of the interdisciplinary team interactions and the lessons learned from past MCE experiences, strengthening healthcare system readiness for such critical incidents.
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- Patrick Melmer
- Grand Strand Medical Center, University of South Carolina, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Grady Memorial Hospital, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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Callahan ZM, Gadomski SP, Koganti D, Patel PH, Beekley AC, Williams P, Donnelly J, Cohen MJ, Marks JA. Geriatric patients on antithrombotic therapy as a criterion for trauma team activation leads to over triage. Am J Surg 2019; 219:43-48. [PMID: 31030991 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2019.04.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2018] [Revised: 03/29/2019] [Accepted: 04/16/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Our institution amended its trauma activation criteria to require a Level II activation for patients ≥65 years old on antithrombotic medication presenting with suspected head trauma. METHODS Our institutional trauma registry was queried for geriatric patients on antithrombotic medication in the year before and after this criteria change. Demographics, presentation metrics, level of activation, and outcomes were compared between groups. RESULTS After policy change, a greater proportion of patients received a trauma activation (19.9 vs. 74.9%, P < 0.001) and a greater proportion of these patients were discharged directly home without injury (4.3 vs. 44%, P < 0.001). However, a smaller proportion of patients with a critical Emergency Department disposition or traumatic intracranial hemorrhage failed to receive a trauma activation (65.1 vs. 23.5%, P < 0.001; 70.7% vs. 27.3%, P < 0.001). There was no change in mortality (4.3 vs. 2.0%, P = 0.21). CONCLUSIONS Implementing new criteria increased overtriage, decreased undertriage, and had little effect on mortality.
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- Zachary M Callahan
- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Walnut St, Curtis Building Suite 620, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Walnut St, Curtis Building Suite 620, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Walnut St, Curtis Building Suite 620, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Walnut St, Curtis Building Suite 620, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Walnut St, Curtis Building Suite 620, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Walnut St, Curtis Building Suite 620, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Walnut St, Curtis Building Suite 620, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Walnut St, Curtis Building Suite 620, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Division of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1015 Walnut St, Curtis Building Suite 620, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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Macarak EJ, Lotto CE, Koganti D, Jin X, Wermuth PJ, Olsson AK, Montgomery M, Rosenbloom J. Trametinib prevents mesothelial-mesenchymal transition and ameliorates abdominal adhesion formation. J Surg Res 2018; 227:198-210. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2018.02.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2017] [Revised: 01/11/2018] [Accepted: 02/13/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Background: Small bowel cancers, specifically duodenal cancer, occur at very low rates but require aggressive surgical resection when diagnosed. An even rarer finding is the presence of intestinal malrotation. Case Presentation: We present the unique case of a patient with both duodenal cancer and partial intestinal malrotation undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy. We discuss the challenges faced and techniques used to successfully perform a surgical resection in this circumstance. Conclusion: Understanding of intestinal malrotation and review of the imaging is crucial in preparing for a resection of a duodenal tumor in a patient with this condition.
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- William T. Li
- Department of Surgery, Jefferson Pancreas, Biliary, and Related Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Surgery, Jefferson Pancreas, Biliary, and Related Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Surgery, Jefferson Pancreas, Biliary, and Related Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Surgery, Jefferson Pancreas, Biliary, and Related Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Surgery, Jefferson Pancreas, Biliary, and Related Cancer Center, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Koganti D, Lotto CE, Macarak E, Jin X, Olsson AK, Rosenbloom J. Trametinib Prevents Mesothelial-Mesenchymal Transition and Ameliorates Abdominal Adhesion Formation. J Am Coll Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jamcollsurg.2017.07.788] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Koganti D, Doane S, Palazzo F, Pucci MJ. Cholecystotomy with Stone Retrieval: A Novel Approach for the Management of Gallstone Ileus. Am Surg 2017; 83:e30-e32. [PMID: 28234120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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- Deepika Koganti
- Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Deepika Koganti
- Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Koganti D, Ryan SP, Kwon J, Abai B, Dimuzio PJ, Salvatore DM. Atypical Mycotic Aortic Aneurysms. Ann Vasc Surg 2016; 36:296.e13-296.e18. [DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2016.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2015] [Revised: 03/15/2016] [Accepted: 04/04/2016] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Koganti D, Tannouri S, Lotto C, Macarak E, Uitto J, Rosenbloom J. 729 Characterization of fibrosis in burn wounds. J Invest Dermatol 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2016.02.772] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Koganti D, Ryan S, Salvatore D. Mycotic Aneurysm of Inferior Mesenteric Artery With Infrarenal Aortitis and Periaortic Abscess. J Vasc Surg 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2015.06.085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Caban-Martinez AJ, Halder GE, Tellechea L, Fajardo M, Kaltman J, Anand J, Prendes S, Penyak V, Koganti D, Chavoustie S, Fleming LE. Health status and behaviors among adults residing in rural Dominican Republic. Rural Remote Health 2012; 12:1956. [PMID: 22591172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The rapidly increasing burden of chronic diseases linked to adequacy of healthcare services and individual health behaviors is a key determinant of global public health. Given demographic aging and the accompanying health transition, chronic diseases in low and middle income communities of the Dominican Republic are likely to increase significantly. The objective of this article was to report on efforts in surveillance of health conditions and behaviors in underserved rural Dominican communities. METHODS A modified 30 item, language-sensitive health survey was randomly administered to 117 adult participants (18 years and older) during a health fair held at three rural villages from March to April 2009 in the rural San Cristobál region of the Dominican Republic. Descriptive analyses of select health conditions and behavior variables from all completed surveys were tabulated. RESULTS Adult participant ages ranged from 18 to 79 years (mean ± standard deviation; 34.0 ± 2.1), height from 1.4 to 2.0 m (1.7 ± 0.1), weight from 41.8 to 100.0 kg (66.2 ± 1.7) and BMI from 15.2 to 46.2 (24.2 ± 0.7). Overall, 69.2% of the sample self-reported their general health status to be fair to poor. The top three chronic diseases included: high blood pressure (35.8%), diabetes (15.0%), and asthma (14.2%). In all, 33.4% reported current smoker status and 61.7% were classified as heavy alcohol drinkers. CONCLUSION Considerable variation was found in the self-report of health conditions and behavioral characteristics among those individuals that attended the health fair. Documenting these important health indicators in the rural communities has the potential to inform the development of surveillance activities and prevention efforts for future health education interventions.
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Caban-Martinez A, Halder G, Tellechea L, Fajardo M, Kaltman J, Anand J, Prendes S, Penyak V, Koganti D, Chavoustie S, Fleming L. Health status and behaviors among adults residing in rural Dominican Republic. Rural Remote Health 2012. [DOI: 10.22605/rrh1956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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