Orthopaedic Trauma in the Austere Environment
Juan de Dios . Ed(S): Robinson
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Hardback. Editor(s): Robinson, Juan de Dios. Num Pages: 732 pages, 277 black & white illustrations, 88 colour illustrations, 72 black & white tables, biogra. BIC Classification: MMK; MNL; MNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 189 x 265 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1426.
Orthopaedic trauma represents 75% of the casualties in a disaster. Many of these patients will be cared for by international volunteers, but good intentions are not always matched by good preparation. This book explains how best to prepare for missions, how to deal with injuries in austere conditions, how to ensure a positive legacy, and the need for cultural, political, and legal awareness. All of the most common orthopaedic presentations encountered in the austere environment are covered. In addition to evidence-based research, cases and actual experiences from the authors’ missions are included to illustrate and bring to life key points. ... Read more
Orthopaedic trauma represents 75% of the casualties in a disaster. Many of these patients will be cared for by international volunteers, but good intentions are not always matched by good preparation. This book explains how best to prepare for missions, how to deal with injuries in austere conditions, how to ensure a positive legacy, and the need for cultural, political, and legal awareness. All of the most common orthopaedic presentations encountered in the austere environment are covered. In addition to evidence-based research, cases and actual experiences from the authors’ missions are included to illustrate and bring to life key points. ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
Number of pages
732
Condition
New
Number of Pages
709
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
ISBN
9783319291208
SKU
V9783319291208
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-3
About Juan de Dios . Ed(S): Robinson
Mr. Juan de Dios Robinson BA MBBS MRCS Dip SICOT FRCS (Tr and Orth) MSc (Trauma Surgery) is a consultant in trauma and orthopaedics at the Major Trauma Centre in St Mary’s Hospital, London. Mr. Robinson has had extensive experience in natural and man-made disasters. He has participated in rescue efforts and health projects following earthquakes and conflicts in Latin ... Read more
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