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Including EFAST in Trauma Algorithms: When? What Now?

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Essential US for Trauma: E-FAST

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Besides knowing the technique for performing EFAST, the right use of findings obtained is mandatory. Including EFAST in trauma algorithms is the aim of this chapter, keeping in mind that different situations and resources mean different algorithms. A summary of current EFAST-oriented management in blunt and penetrating trauma is presented.

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  1. General Surgery Department, AO Ospedale Civile di Legnano, Via Papa Giovanni Paolo II, Legnano, Milano, 20025, Italy

    Diego Mariani MD

  2. General Surgery Department, Minimally Invasive Surgery Unit, Policlinico San Pietro, Bergamo, Italy

    Mauro Zago MD

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Correspondence to Diego Mariani MD .

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  1. General Surgery Dept Minimally Invasive Surgery Unit, Policlinico San Pietro Bergamo, Italy, Milano, Milano, Italy

    Mauro Zago

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Mariani, D., Zago, M. (2014). Including EFAST in Trauma Algorithms: When? What Now?. In: Zago, M. (eds) Essential US for Trauma: E-FAST. Ultrasound for Acute Care Surgeons. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-5274-1_5

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