What is the recommended volume of irrigating fluid in the emergency department (ED) for open fractures?

What is the recommended volume of irrigating fluid in the emergency department (ED) for open fractures?

Authors: Yousef Abuodeh, Sofiene Kallel, Gerard Chang, Osama Aldahamsheh

RECOMMENDATION: In the ED setting, open fractures should be irrigated sufficiently to remove all visible contamination and debris prior to applying dressings.

LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Consensus

DELEGATE VOTE: Agree: 75%, Disagree: 15%, Abstain: 10% (Super Majority, Strong Consensus)

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