Pediatric trauma evaluation mimics adult stabilization in that it is best accomplished with a focused and systematic approach. Attention to developmental differences, anatomic and physiologic nuances, and patterns of injury equip emergency physicians to stabilize and manage pediatric injury.

PURPOSE Research on venous thromboembolism events (VTE), such as deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), in pediatric orthopaedic trauma patients is sparse. We describe the incidence in the USA of VTE associated with pediatric lower extremity orthopaedic trauma, and characterize injury patterns and VTE treatment methods. METHODS The Pediatric Health Information System (PHIS)...

PURPOSE We defined the mechanism and cause of pediatric renal trauma, and developed guidelines for management based on the outcome analysis of operative vs nonoperative management. MATERIALS AND METHODS We retrospectively reviewed 374 pediatric renal injuries at San Francisco General Hospital, comparing operative vs nonoperative management based on clinical presentation, type of renal injury,...

Alexey Georgievich Baindurashvili, MD, PhD, Doctor of Medicine, Professor, Full member the Russian Academy Sciences, President H. Turner National Medical Research Center for Childrens Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, laureate Federation Government Prize, Honored Federation, Chief Pediatric orthopedic trauma surgeon St. Petersburg, celebrates his 75th anniversary.

Pediatric trauma is commonly encountered in the emergency department, and trauma to the head, chest, and abdomen may be a source of significant morbidity and mortality. As children have unique thoracic anatomical and physiological properties, they may present with diagnostic challenges that the emergency clinician must be aware of. This review examines the effects of blunt trauma to the pediatr...

An "American-style" pediatric trauma care symposia consisting of lectures, workshops, and skill stations was held at a pediatric trauma center to improve pre- and post-hospital care for children, facilitate communication, and to set up standards within the regional rescue chain.

Although pediatric spine traumas are seen less compared to adults, they display particular anatomical differences and biomechanical behaviors. They also differ in themselves from infancy to early childhood. All these differences cause some difficulty in diagnosis. Also the treatment procedures may require a different approach than they would for adults. In this study, main topics regarding diag...

Blunt pediatric trauma is a major threat to the health and well-being of children. Nationwide, many practitioners care for children who face this issue. Some key principles related to the evaluation and management of these children are elucidated in this article.