Citation

Fanta K, Cook BS, Schweer L. J. Trauma Nurs. 2003; 10(3): 72-78.

Affiliation

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2003, Society of Trauma Nurses)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

16265919

Abstract

Traumatic pancreatic injury is infrequently encountered in children. Diagnosis and treatment of this injury can be complicated. Signs and symptoms are often subtle with presentation frequently delayed leading to increased morbidity and mortality. This delay is compounded by lack of specific diagnostic tools to aid diagnosis. Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for pancreatic injury in any child who sustains blunt abdominal trauma. Ongoing clinical evaluation is essential. This article presents a case study of a child with a traumatic pancreatic injury and discusses tools utilized to aid diagnosis of pancreatic injury, treatment options, and potential complications.

Language: en