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Introduction. > 1 million trauma pts w suspected C-spine injuries2 % significant injuriesProblems w immobilisation, methods not evidence-basedNo improvement in pt outcome (Cochrane)Validation study for CCR in pre-hospital settingNOTE: Follows on landmark article (CCR vs NEXUS in hospit
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1. The out-of-hospital validation of the CCR rule by paramedics Ref: Vaillancourt C et al. The Out-of- Hospital Validation of the Canadian C-Spine Rule by Paramedics. Ann of Emerg Med Nov 2009;54(5):663-671 CRITICAL APPRAISAL Dineo Moiloa Nov 2009