This book is an unparalleled source of cutting-edge information on every aspect of rescue
trauma management and fracture care in the polytrauma multiple injured patient. Damage control
surgery is approached logically and systematically by dividing treatment into phases. The
common goal of treating life-threatening conditions first then treating major pelvic and
extremity fractures requires cooperation among all major disciplines and subspecialties
involved in the care of polytrauma patients and the book is accordingly multidisciplinary in
nature. It is edited by pioneers in the field and the authors are all acclaimed experts. This
second revised and updated edition of Damage Control Management in the Polytrauma Patient will
be invaluable for all clinicians who must weigh life-saving operations against limb-threatening
conditions including emergency personnel trauma surgeons orthopaedic traumatologists and
anesthesiologists.
