Approach considerations for the management of strangulation in the emergency department

oleh: Samuel J. Stellpflug, William Weber, Ann Dietrich, Brian Springer, Robin Polansky, Carolyn Sachs, Antony Hsu, Sarayna McGuire, Casey Gwinn, Gael Strack, Ralph Riviello

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: Wiley 2022-04-01

Deskripsi

Abstract Patients with a history of strangulation present to the emergency department with a variety of different circumstances and injury patterns. We review the terminology, pathophysiology, evaluation, management, and special considerations for strangulation injuries, including an overview of forensic considerations and legal framework for strangulation events.