Journal of Emergency Practice and Trauma

Background: Road traffic accidents (RTAs) remain a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in India, disproportionately affecting young adults aged 15–39 years. Despite multiple road safety initiatives, the burden of road traffic injuries remains high, with wide variation in epidemiology, behavioral risk factors, and trauma care delivery. Understanding recent trends a...

Objective: Spinal epidural abscess (SEA) is an uncommon but serious infection that may lead to significant neurological deficits if not promptly diagnosed and treated. This study conducts a systematic review of the current literature to evaluate treatment strategies, including both surgical and nonsurgical approaches. It introduces a novel minimally invasive technique to reduce ...

Introduction: Snakebite envenoming is a significant public health problem in rural tropical regions, often resulting in disability and death. Timely hospitalization and prompt administration of antivenom are crucial for survival. However, factors such as limited awareness, poor access to healthcare, antivenom therapy, and reliance on traditional healers contribute to delays in s...

Background: Blunt liver trauma in pediatric patients presents a significant clinical challenge, especially in high-grade injuries complicated by multiple life-threatening conditions. While non-operative management (NOM) is the standard of care for hemodynamically stable patients, severe complications require an individualized, multidisciplinary approach. Case Presentation: We p...