preperitoneal packing

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| name = Preperitoneal packing

| synonym = Preperitoneal pelvic packing

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Preperitoneal packing, also known as preperitoneal pelvic packing, is a treatment option for those with a pelvic fracture who are experiencing bleeding and have a low blood pressure.{{cite journal|last1=Burlew|first1=CC|title=Preperitoneal pelvic packing for exsanguinating pelvic fractures.|journal=International Orthopaedics|date=September 2017|volume=41|issue=9|pages=1825–1829|doi=10.1007/s00264-017-3485-3|pmid=28447123|s2cid=29577540 }} It is recommended when angiographic embolization is not available in a timely manner.{{cite book|title=ATLS - Advanced Trauma Life Support - Student Course Manual|date=2018|publisher=American College of Surgeons|isbn=9780996826235|edition=10|pages=89, 96–97}}