Motor vehicle collision

John R. Gaughen, Jr., MD

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Abstract: 

20 year-old presenting with hemodynamic compromise following a high velocity motor vehicle collision.

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Question Text 

What is the diagnosis and most appropriate management?
 

Answers
 Answer: Intramural hematoma; medical management. 
Correct Answer? 
No
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 Answer: Traumatic aortic rupture; emergent surgery. 
Correct Answer? 
No
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 Answer: Left common carotid artery transection; emergent surgery. 
Correct Answer? 
Yes
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 Answer: Traumatic aortic rupture; medical management. 
Correct Answer? 
No
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 Answer: Venous hemorrhage; fluid resuscitation. 
Correct Answer? 
No
 
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