@article{ref1,
title="Compressive blunt trauma of the abdomen and pelvis associated with abdominal aortic rupture",
journal="Acta orthopaedica Belgica",
year="2006",
author="Katsoulis, Efstathios and Tzioupis, Christophoros and Sparks, Ian and Giannoudis, Peter V.",
volume="72",
number="4",
pages="492-501",
abstract="Blunt trauma to the abdominal aorta is an uncommon but life-threatening injury. Its incidence and mortality are related to road traffic accidents and have increased during the last years mainly because of the compulsory use of seat belts. A high level of suspicion and medical knowledge is necessary for its diagnosis and appropriate management. We present a rare case of abdominal compression leading to pelvic fracture and disruption of the aortic wall with a fatal result. With this case study and a literature review, we would like to stress the importance of recognition, management and follow-up of the blunt abdominal injuries associated with pelvic trauma in order to improve the outcome.<p /><p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0001-6462",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}