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  Laparotomy, Exploratory - Definition, Purpose, Demographics, Description, Diagnosis/Preparation, Aftercare, Risks, ...
Injuries may occur as a result of blunt trauma (e.g., road traffic accident) or penetrating trauma (e.g., stab or gunshot wound).
Depending on the reason for performing an exploratory laparotomy, the procedure may be performed by a general or specialized surgeon in a hospital operating room.
In the case of trauma to the abdomen, laparotomy may be performed by an emergency room physician.
www.surgeryencyclopedia.com /La-Pa/Laparotomy-Exploratory.html   (2162 words)

  
 P - Pneumothorax   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
If there is only a small amount of air accumulated it can be reabsorbed.
This is commonly the case with blunt trauma in which the lung ruptures, then heals itself quickly.
If there is a lot of air or continuous leakage of air, it is usually necessary to place a drain in the chest to remove the air and maintain a vacuum.
www.vetinfo.com /dencyclopedia/depnuthrox.html   (321 words)

  
 Trauma, blunt force trauma, trauma therapy
Works to reduce the trauma of sexual assault and other violence by providing immediate and long-term support to victims of assault and their families and.
In one forum, Journal of Loss and Trauma brings together scholarship on personal losses relating to family, health, and aging issues trauma..
The Panamerican Trauma Society seeks to encourage the exchange of knowledge and trauma.
www.loverecipes.net /trauma.html   (291 words)

  
 Iritis : RPResearch
Iritis may be a consequence of trauma (traumatic iritis) or nontraumatic causes.
Blunt trauma to the eye can cause tr...
He may have had a pink eye for a few days, trauma during the previ...
www.rpresearch.ca /?Top=Iritis   (578 words)

  
 The Ultimate Luxating patella Dog Breeds Information Guide and Reference
A luxating patella is a condition in which the patella, or kneecap, dislocates or moves out of its normal location.
This can be caused by some form of blunt trauma, or may be a congenital defect.
Patellar Luxation is a common condition in dogs, particularly small and miniature breeds.
www.dogluvers.com /dog_breeds/Luxating_patella   (111 words)

  
 MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Subcutaneous emphysema
Subcutaneous emphysema occurs when air gets into tissues under the skin covering the chest wall or neck.
This can happen due to stabbing, gun shot wounds, other penetrations, or blunt trauma.
Subcutaneous emphysema can often be seen as a smooth bulging of the skin.
www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/ency/article/003286.htm   (265 words)

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