Strategic Management of Medical Devices in Emergency Care: The Role and Applicability of the Pelvic Binder for Adult Polytrauma Patients

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Author(s): Cindy Monteiro (Escola Superior de Saúde da Cruz Vermelha Portuguesa, Portugal)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 20
Source title: Design, Development, and Deployment of Cutting-Edge Medical Devices
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Ricardo Pateiro Marcão (ISLA Santarém, Portugal)and Stéphanie Coelho Monteiro (Institute for Systems and Robotics, Portugal)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-8598-2.ch009

Keywords: Medical Information Science Reference / Medical Technologies / Medicine & Healthcare

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This chapter examines the role of pelvic binders in managing unstable pelvic fractures in polytrauma patients. These devices are crucial for hemorrhage control, fracture stabilization, and survival during the “golden hour.” Key factors—device availability, training, protocols, and performance monitoring—ensure effective implementation. Case studies, like Lisbon's emergency services, show that aligning clinical care with organizational goals improves efficiency and outcomes. The findings highlight collaboration, training, and technology as essential for excellence in trauma care.

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