The Use of Prehospital Intensive Care Units in Emergencies-A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Amidst a rising tide of trauma-related emergencies, emergency departments worldwide grapple with the challenges of overcrowding and prolonged patient wait times. Addressing these challenges, the integration of prehospital intensive care units has appeared as a promising solution, streamlining trauma care and enhancing patient safety. Nevertheless, the feasibility of such an initiative becomes murky when considered globally. This review delves into the intricacies of prehospital intensive care units' deployment for trauma care, scrutinizing their configurations, operational practices, and the inherent challenges and research priorities.

Methods

A scoping review was performed for eligible studies. The result was uploaded to the RAYYAN research platform, facilitating

SUBMITTER: Alruwaili A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10647734 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature