Orthopedics in Disasters
Author | : Nikolaj Wolfson |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 583 |
Release | : 2016-05-30 |
ISBN-10 | : 9783662489505 |
ISBN-13 | : 3662489503 |
Rating | : 4/5 (503 Downloads) |
Download or read book Orthopedics in Disasters written by Nikolaj Wolfson and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-05-30 with total page 583 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the first to address specifically the mechanisms and treatment of orthopedic injuries due to natural disasters and other mass casualty events. Casualty management is discussed in a range of contexts, from earthquakes and tsunamis to terror attacks and combat situations. Organizational aspects are addressed, general treatment principles are documented, and the management of a variety of orthopedic injuries is described with the aid of numerous illustrations. The book will serve as an invaluable source of practical knowledge for a broad spectrum of medical and other staff, including emergency personnel, orthopedic and trauma surgeons, general practitioners, medical students, and professionals working for the military, government bodies, and NGOs.