Abstract
This paper discusses the advantages of ketamine analgesia in the management of trapped patients after serious incidents. Four case histories and a review of the literature lead us to the conclusion that ketamine is the drug of choice in these situations.
MeSH terms
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Accidents*
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Accidents, Traffic
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Adult
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Analgesia*
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Female
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First Aid / methods
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Humans
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Injections, Intravenous
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Ketamine / administration & dosage*
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Leg Injuries / etiology
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Leg Injuries / therapy
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Time Factors
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Wounds and Injuries / therapy*