Management of High-Velocity Injuries of the Head and Neck - 21/09/17
, Joseph Brennan, MD a, G. Richard Holt, MD, MSE, MPH, MABE, D Bioethics a, bRésumé |
Trauma centers must prepare to manage high-velocity injuries resulting from a mass casualty incidents as global terrorism becomes a greater concern and an increasing risk. The most recent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have significantly improved understanding of battlefield trauma and how to appropriately address these injures. This article applies combat surgery experience to civilian situations, outlines the physiology and kinetics of high-velocity injuries, and reviews applicable triage and management strategies.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : High-velocity injury, Mass casualty incident, Head and neck surgery
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| The views expressed herein are those of the authors and do not reflect the official policy or position of Brooke Army Medical Center, the US Army Medical Department, the US Army Office of the Surgeon General, the Department of the Army, Department of Defense, or the US Government. |
Vol 25 - N° 4
P. 493-502 - novembre 2017 Retour au numéro
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