Methoxyflurane in early analgesic therapy by ski patrol members on Swiss ski slopes - an observational cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pain therapy is an important first-response measure in the pre-clinical care of trauma patients. Injured individuals on ski slopes are usually given first aid by members of the ski patrol. The early implementation of adequate pain therapy by these paramedical rescuers can increase patient satisfaction and have a positive effect on the entire treatment process. In this context, we analysed the administration of methoxyflurane by ski patrol members on Swiss ski slopes.

Methods

In this retrospective observational study, we evaluated 172 datasets, of which 149 concerned patients who were administered methoxyflurane. These datasets were taken from a quality-control survey related to the administration of methoxyflurane by members of the ski patrol in seven ski resorts

SUBMITTER: Benz L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11653995 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature