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Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS): Principles, Steps, and Clinical Importance Introduction Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) is a standardized, evidence-based trauma management system developed by the American College of Surgeons (ACS). It provides a systematic and prioritized approach for the assessment and management of trauma patients during the first hour of care , also known as the golden hour . The core purpose of ATLS is simple: identify and treat life-threatening conditions first , restore physiological stability, and ensure safe transfer to advanced care when required. Trauma remains one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. In such cases, a structured protocol like ATLS improves clinical decision-making, decreases treatment delays, and ensures better outcomes. Objectives of ATLS ATLS training aims to help healthcare providers: Rapidly identify life-threatening injuries Manage airway obstruction, shock, severe bleeding, and thoracic inju...