traumateams
Trauma teams are multidisciplinary, rapidly mobilized groups in hospitals designed to manage patients with life-threatening injuries. Activation occurs when prehospital triage or emergency department assessment indicates major trauma. The aim is to deliver rapid assessment, hemorrhage control, and definitive care within established timeframes.
Core members typically include a trauma surgeon or general surgeon, an emergency physician, an anesthesiologist, a
Activation criteria use mechanism of injury, vital signs, and findings on primary survey, with different levels
On arrival, the team conducts a primary survey, resuscitation, imaging (FAST/eFAST, radiographs, and CT when indicated),
Performance is monitored through metrics such as time to imaging and intervention, mortality, complications, and adherence
In some literature, these groups are referred to as traumateams. Challenges include staffing constraints, burnout, and