Abstract:Managing war injury is no longer the exclusive preserve of military surgeons. Increasing numbers of non-combatants are injured in modern conflicts, and peacetime surgical facilities and expertise may not be available. Although all resources are not always available, adherence to the basic management principles following ATLS guideline, can be made in injured patient care in any situation ranging from single person "Buddy" first aid through to major hospital multiple member trauma teams. This article addresses … Show more
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