Orthopedic treatment for gunshot injuries, from the front lines to the base hospital .
This classic military medical guide explains how early, correct fixation can prevent deformities and speed rehabilitation, even in war injuries. It covers practical principles the surgeon can apply from the moment a wound is treated through recovery and return to work.
The book emphasizes two main settings: care at the front and care at base hospitals. It discusses how proper fixation supports healing, stabilize fractures, and maintain function, with attention to getting patients moving again as soon as feasible. It also highlights the importance of planning for artificial limbs, rehabilitation, and the broader organization of reconstruction services to help injured individuals regain independence.
What you’ll experience
- Clear rules for fixation that prevent shortening and keep bone fragments aligned
- Guidance on transferring patients from the front to a base hospital without compromising healing
- Discussion of returning a patient to work, including considerations for prosthetics and long-term mobility
- An introduction to organizing reconstruction hospitals and multidisciplinary care for the disabled
Ideal for readers of military medicine, orthopedic surgery, and historical approaches to war-related injuries, this edition offers practical insight into patient care, rehabilitation, and the logistics of wartime medical work.