post-traumatic stress disorder

Predicting PTSD in Gunshot Wound Survivors: The Role of Shock Index, Hypotension, and Blood Transfusion

By MedXY 09/12/2026

This study highlights how early physiologic markers like shock index and hypotension can predict PTSD risk in gunshot wound survivors, while blood transfusion shows an inverse relationship, aiding targeted mental health interventions.

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Bridging the Mental Health Care Gap for Trauma Patients at Risk of PTSD: Insights from Social Workers

By MedXY 08/04/2026

This article examines the current gaps and strengths in mental health services for trauma surgery patients at risk of PTSD, highlighting underutilization of guidelines, barriers to care, and opportunities for improving psychosocial support.