Короткий опис (реферат):
Objectives: When unexploded ordnance (UXO) is embedded in the body, the effect of explosive
weapons used in conflict is amplified. Though relatively rare, such events present potentially
devastating consequences for the patient and medical providers as routine diagnostic and
therapeutic procedures hold potential to initiate detonation of the embedded UXO (eUXO).
The objective is to identify and synthesize available literature relating to the management of
eUXO in low resource settings.
Methods: A scoping review was conducted using PRISMA-ScR methodology to evaluate
literature in all languages from all date ranges until January 31, 2024, discussing the management
of casualties with eUXO, including types of ordnance, injury patterns, diagnostics, resource
utilization, surgical interventions, and outcomes.
Results: Search strings identified 3,425 records. After title and abstract screening 3,397 were
excluded yielding 18 for full text screening of which 5 were excluded. Therefore 13 reports were
included in analysis. Data variable reporting was heterogeneous but themes and subthemes
regarding safety, planning and communication emerged.
Conclusions: A scoping review was conducted to identify gaps in existing literature on the
management of eUXO in low resource settings. Coordinated engagement from personnel
representing a variety of clinical and non-clinical specialties is required to safely manage eUXO.
