Translating Research Into Practice: Is Evidence Based Medicine Being Practiced in Military Relevant Orthopedic Trauma
Abstract
Background: Military orthopedists in times of war provide one of the most critical services to Soldiers, Sailors, and Airmen. Practicing evidence based medicine is imperative to optimal outcomes. Methods: Surveys were offered to all military orthopedists, orthopedic surgeons in the OTA and at a orthopedic professional meeting. Methods: Survey questions on amputations, reconstruction, compartment syndromes, soft tissue injury management, wound healing, and deep venous thrombosis preventions from recent literature were developed into scenario based questions. Factors potentially influencing practice also asked. Analysis was done with univariate and multivariate analysis. Results: Significant factors (p is less than 0.05) in univariate analysis working in a higher level trauma center, being in practice for less than ten years and completing a fellowship. In multivariate analysis significant factors included have a smaller patient load, being in practice for less than ten years particularly with military service, and completing a fellowship.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2010
- Accession Number
- AD1060895
Entities
People
- Sarah E. Niles