Trauma to Solid Organs Andrew B. Peitzman, M.D., Gregory J. Jurkovich M.D. and Michael J. Sise, M.D. Discuss key principles in the management of splenic injuries. Recognize indications for splenectomy vs those for nonoperative management of splenic injuries. Evaluate data on the utility of angioembolization. List the possible complications of blunt hepatic injury. Identify the risk factors associated with failure of nonoperative management of splenic injuries.CME Qualifies for a maximum 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™
Trauma: Part I James F. Holmes, M.D., M.P.H. and Thomas Joseph Lydon, M.D., P.h.D. Determine when to obtain head computed tomography for head trauma in adults and children. Recognize which patients with head trauma can be safely discharged from the emergency department. Utilize mannitol appropriately in TBIs. Diagnose and manage concussion, depending on severity. Manage the patient who has been shot with a Taser.CME Qualifies for a maximum 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™
Tendon and Bone Issues Craig S. Phillips, M.D., Nikhil N. Verma, M.D. and Jon J.P. Warner, M.D. Diagnose flexor tendon injuries and list the flexor tendon zones of the hand. Describe several flexor tendon repair techniques and summarize the overall surgical goals of tendon repair. Differentiate between soft tissue and bone fixation techniques utilized in biceps tenodesis. Determine the appropriate surgical approach to shoulder arthroplasty for severe bone and soft tissue loss. Discuss the role of kyphoplasty in the management of vertebral compression fractures.CME Qualifies for a maximum 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™
Trauma Symposium Andrea S. Kramer, M.D., Daniel N. Segina, M.D., Craig S. Phillips, M.D., David J.G. Stephen, M.D., Mark S. Vrahas, M.D., Michael D. McKee, M.D. and Joseph Borrelli Jr., M.D. Define the Salter-Harris classification scheme and appropriately manage physeal fractures. Discuss strategies for approaching radial head fractures. List the advantages and indications for retrograde nailing in the treatment of distal femur fractures. Review current techniques for managing the unstable elbow. Describe the on-label use of bone morphogenetic proteins for the treatment of fractures and nonunions.CME Qualifies for a maximum 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™
Forbidding Fractures Peter G. Trafton, M.D., Kyle F. Dickson, M.D., Joseph Borrelli Jr, M.D. and Michael D. McKee, M.D. Outline the surgical approach for foot and ankle fractures and identify the indications for immediate surgery. Discuss the treatment of pelvic fractures, including the appropriate initial management of the unstable pelvis. Compare and contrast intramedullary nailing and plating in the treatment of distal-third femur fractures. Determine the optimal time for fracture fixation in the polytrauma patient. Summarize the treatment options for midshaft clavicular fractures.CME Qualifies for a maximum 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™
Trauma: Part 2 James F. Holmes, M.D., M.P.H. and Thomas H. Cogbill, M.D. Review the anatomic, laboratory, and physiologic changes that occur during pregnancy. Recognize injuries unique to pregnancy. Obtain an appropriate history and physical examination in a pregnant patient. Determine when nonoperative management is feasible for injuries to the liver and spleen. Utilize the adjuncts available for nonoperative management of liver and spleen injuries.
Traumatic Brain Injury Seema R. Khurana, D.O. and Timothy L. Grant, M.D. Describe mechanisms involved in TBI. Screen for impairments and deficits associated with TBIs. Improve functional outcomes in patients with TBIs. Explain the pathophysiology of sleep disorders and sleep-disordered breathing. Recognize and treat sleep disorders associated with TBI.CME Qualifies for a maximum 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™
Critical Care Update Rochelle A. Dicker, M.D., Patricia O'Neill, M.D., Eric J. Mahoney, M.D. and Timothy A. Emhoff, M.D. Recognize abdominal compartment syndrome. Assess the need for damage control surgery in patients with major injuries or disease. Appropriately select patients for cricothyroidotomy. Weigh the risks and benefits of various techniques for fasciotomy closure. Determine whether to ligate or repair an injured major abdominal blood vessel.CME Qualifies for a maximum 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™
Trauma Treatment Brian D. Solberg, M.D. and Hobie D. Summers, M.D. Discuss the history and principles of damage control orthopedics. Review the timing of surgical intervention and management of the multiply injured patient. Outline the surgical approach to tibial plateau fractures and summarize the key concepts in the repair of bicondylar fractures. Identify unstable hip fracture patterns. Utilize strategies that minimize complications when fixing hip fractures.CME Qualifies for a maximum 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™
Trauma and Acute Care Surgery David M. Dromsky, M.D., Corry J. Kucik, M.D., Stacy Shackelford, M.D., Andrew Tang, M.D. and Karen Woo, M.D. Assess and determine treatment priorities for the severely injured extremity. Identify cases in which autotransfusion may be indicated. Cite challenges created by the evacuation by air of wounded servicemen and women. Manage a bleeding severely fractured pelvis. Recognize the indications for placing vena cava filters.CME Qualifies for a maximum 2 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™
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