Abstract:Explosions are physical phenomena that lead to a sudden release of energy; they can be chemical, nuclear or mechanical. This process results in an almost instantaneous increase in pressure above atmospheric pressure. Damage to the abdominal organs after the action of explosion factors (shock blast wave, striking elements of the explosive device, secondary shells, chemical and thermal factors) is a fairly common clinical situation. The small and large intestines are the most vulnerable to the impact of a shock … Show more
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