Citation

Clapson P, Pasquier P, Perez JP, Debien B. Rev. Pneumol. Clin. 2010; 66(4): 245-253.

Vernacular Title

Lesions pulmonaires liees aux explosions.

Affiliation

Service de réanimation, hôpital d'Instruction des Armées Percy, 101, avenue Henri-Barbusse, 92140 Clamart, France.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2010, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.pneumo.2010.07.008

PMID

20933166

Abstract

In armed conflicts and during terrorist attacks, explosive devices are a major cause of mortality. The lung is one of the organs most sensitive to blasts. Thus, today it is important that every GP at least knows the basics and practices regarding treatment of blast victims. We suggest, following a review of the explosions and an assessment of the current threats, detailing the lung injuries brought about by the explosions and the main treatments currently recommended.

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