Complicated trauma surgery involves emergency or advanced surgical interventions to treat patients with multiple or severe injuries, often affecting bones, soft tissues, blood vessels, and internal organs. These cases often result from high-energy trauma, such as motor vehicle accidents, falls from height, or industrial injuries.

The surgical approach is often multidisciplinary, involving orthopedic, vascular, plastic, and general surgeons to manage life-threatening conditions and restore function.

Goals of Complicated Trauma Surgery:

• Stabilize the patient (damage control surgery)

• Preserve life and limb

• Control bleeding and prevent infection

• Repair or reconstruct bones, soft tissues, and organs

• Restore function and mobility