A Review of the Treatment of Underwater Blast Injuries

Abstract

Literature on underwater blast effects in man and animals was reviewed with particular reference to its pathology, pathophysiology and therapy. Anatomic structures which contain air, i.e., lungs, enteric tract, nasal sinuses and middle ear were found to be most vulnerable to blast injury. An historical review of therapeutic procedures used in the treatment of blast injury was then presented. Factors found to be of greatest potential benefit in improving the dismal survival rate of underwater blast victims includes: (1) prevention of air emboli, (2) maintenance of adequate ventilation and respiration and (3) timely surgical repair of enteric tract injuries.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA034355

Entities

People

  • D. R. Richmond
  • E. R. Fletcher
  • J. T. Yelerton
  • R. K. Jones

Organizations

  • Lovelace Foundation

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Airway Management
  • Anesthesia
  • Blood
  • Cardiovascular Physiological Phenomena
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Health Services
  • Lung Diseases
  • Medical Personnel
  • Pain
  • Wounds And Injuries

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

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