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Published by International Association for Trauma Surgery and Intensive Care (IATSIC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) · Core (Co) and Extended (Ex) priorities
Injury is a major cause of death and disability globally, with the highest burden in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). In 2004, the International Association for Trauma Surgery and Intensive Care (IATSIC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) co-published the Guidelines for Essential Trauma Care (EsTC) to define achievable standards for trauma care resources anywhere in the world. The 2026 publication represents the first update and revision of these Guidelines.
Key Takeaways
Clinical Topic
Essential Trauma Care
Objectives
To promote affordable and achievable standards for trauma care resources that could realistically be achievable at health care facilities anywhere in the world, even in the lowest-income settings, to strengthen trauma care services globally, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
Target Patient Population
Injured patients
Target Providers
Therapeutic Area
Trauma and Emergency CareGuideline Scope
Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Care Settings
Special Populations
System: Core (Co) and Extended (Ex) priorities
Contraindications
Monitoring Guidance
Core monitoring includes clinical assessment of airway compromise, respiratory distress, and shock (vital signs, capillary refill, skin temperature). Table-specified monitoring resources include stethoscope, BP cuff, thermometer, urinary catheter with collection bag, pulse oximetry, and electronic cardiac monitoring.
Difficulty
advanced