ASTM F2428 PDF

Standard Guide for Selection and Use for Pelvic Ring Circumferential Compression Stabilization Devices (PRCCSD)

ASTM F2428 – Standard Guide for Selection and Use for Pelvic Ring Circumferential Compression StabilizationDevices (PRCCSD)

1.1 This guide establishes minimum standards for devices designated here as pelvic ring circumferential compression stabilization devices(s)(PRCCSD), commonly known as pelvic slings, belts, or binders. The PRCCSD is used as the initial pelvic ring stabilization device on patients suspected of having sustained traumatic disruptions of the pelvic ring. It is used during patient transport by emergency personnel and before definitive treatment.

1.2 This guide addresses the recognized need to reduce and stabilize pelvic ring disruptions through the use of circumferential compression devices.

1.3 Peer-reviewed medical literature does describe specific testing methods used to determine the range of effective compression force,efficacy in reduction, stability, and safety for a particular (PRCCSD). Thisguide, however, does not identify specific testing methods as it is recognized such methods could vary according to device configuration and study design.

1.4 This guide does not address individual quantitativeperformance standards for any particular device, but does address generalperformance standards and good practice characteristics for all devices usingcircumferential compression to reduce and stabilize disruptions of the pelvicring.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibilityof the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practicesand to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.