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Major trauma is injury that can potentially lead to serious outcomes. For research purposes the definition is often based on an injury severity score (ISS) of greater than 15.There are many causes of injury that can affect a person in different ways both anatomically and physiologically. Depending on the severity of injury quick management and transport to an appropriate facility may be necessary to prevent loss of life or limb.

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