Delayed Blunt Trauma Sustained during Debris Removal after Hurricane
Abstract
Blunt and penetrating trauma are common in many disasters, including hurricanes. Injured patients can present to the hospital during the event or up to several days after. Patients often present with lacerations and abrasions, but well-appearing patients still require a thorough physical exam and appropriate imaging with necessary consults. During disasters, patients can overwhelm the hospital and traditional imaging modalities (CTs); therefore, ultrasound can assist in patient triage and diagnoses during these times while accelerating patient care.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Disaster Response and Management
Ultrasound in Clinical Applications
Trauma Management and Diagnosis
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Cambridge University Press eBooks
- Pages
- 77–80
- Publication date
- 6 February 2026
- Document type
- Book chapter