The effect of evolving trauma care on the development of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome

European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery : Official Publication of the European Trauma Society
K J P van Wessem, L P H Leenen

Abstract

Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS) is still a major threat to polytrauma patients, since sepsis-related organ failure is the most common cause of late mortality in these patients. In this article, the development of trauma surgery and evolution of trauma care from early total care to damage control surgery is discussed. Increasing knowledge of the pathophysiology of trauma has enabled us to identify the inflammatory response induced by trauma. By understanding the pathophysiology, we may be able to fully comprehend the origin of multiple organ dysfunction related sepsis. Further, it is important to appreciate the influence of surgery on the inflammatory response induced by trauma, and subsequently on the development of inflammatory complications. It is crucial to offer the polytrauma patient the appropriate type of surgery at the right time to prevent further deterioration. MODS is still highly lethal, and once it has developed it is difficult to treat, so it is vital to be able to predict its occurrence. If we knew how to predict MODS, we might be able to develop strategies to prevent this syndrome.

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