Tuesday, December 3 | 10:20 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | T3-SSER01-6 | Room N228
Here, audience members will learn about the critical role that ultrasound has in imaging victims of bomb blasts.
In his talk, Zohaib Mallick, MBBS, from Aga Khan University Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan will present research demonstrating how emergency abdominal ultrasound and CT can provide insights into the most common bomb blast-related injuries and subsequent diagnostic strategies.
The researchers used radiological and clinical profiling to determine patterns and implications of abdominopelvic injuries in bomb blast victims. The study included data from 160 patients with abdominopelvic injuries who underwent first and second imaging exams.
The team included imaging data from ultrasound, CT, x-ray, and additional specialized procedures. It also correlated physiological responses with injury severity by analyzing clinical parameters such as systolic and diastolic blood pressure and pulse rates.
Initial imaging findings identified hemoperitoneum in 15 patients and abdominal wall injuries in seven patients, indicators of severe internal trauma. Meanwhile, two patients had vascular injuries and one had visceral injuries.
The study populations had systolic blood pressure peaks at 120 and 140 mmHg, and pulse rates of around 110 bpm. The team noted that primary investigations predominantly used ultrasound and CT.
The findings point to the crucial parts that these imaging modalities play in diagnosing and monitoring bomb blast injuries, including for trauma management. The researchers also highlighted that they could guide public health policies and preparedness strategies for areas susceptible to conflict.
Attend this session to learn more.
