Complex Trauma Management
Complex Trauma Management
Complex trauma refers to severe musculoskeletal injuries often involving multiple fractures, joint dislocations, soft tissue damage, or spinal involvement. These injuries are typically caused by high-impact accidents such as road traffic collisions, industrial mishaps, or falls from height. Effective management of complex trauma requires prompt diagnosis, coordinated multidisciplinary care, and advanced surgical expertise to prevent long-term disability and restore function.
At Thrikakara Municipal Cooperative Hospital, under the leadership of Dr. Suhanesh Haridas—a seasoned orthopedic surgeon with over 25 years of experience—complex trauma cases are handled with precision, speed, and compassion. Dr. Haridas has successfully managed thousands of complex trauma patients throughout his career, drawing on extensive training in trauma surgery and a deep understanding of bone and soft tissue healing dynamics.
The approach to trauma care begins with a thorough clinical and radiological evaluation, including X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs where needed. Once the diagnosis is established, the treatment plan is tailored to the patient’s age, medical condition, and nature of injury. Emergency stabilization, fracture fixation, soft tissue reconstruction, and joint preservation are key elements of complex trauma surgery.
Modern surgical techniques such as interlocking nailing, locking plate fixation, external fixation, and minimally invasive procedures are routinely employed to ensure optimal bone alignment and early mobilization. In polytrauma cases, prioritizing life-saving interventions while minimizing orthopedic complications is critical. This requires close coordination between orthopaedic, anesthetic, and intensive care teams.
Post-operative care and rehabilitation are equally important. Early physiotherapy, wound care, and infection control measures are instituted to prevent complications such as stiffness, muscle loss, or delayed union of fractures. Personalized rehabilitation protocols are designed to help patients regain strength, joint mobility, and independence as quickly as possible.
Infection management, bone grafting for non-union fractures, and corrective surgeries for malunions are also part of the comprehensive trauma services offered. The goal is not just healing but restoring function, mobility, and quality of life.
Dr. Suhanesh Haridas and his team are committed to delivering excellence in trauma care through timely intervention, evidence-based practice, and a patient-first approach. Whether it’s a single complex fracture or multiple traumatic injuries, the focus remains on achieving full recovery with minimal complications and maximum functionality.
