This manual written by world opinion leaders in the field is designed to provide readily
accessible step-by-step guidance on all aspects of the management of mass casualty incidents.
Readers will find a wealth of helpful practical suggestions as well as information on the
latest relevant scientific advances and their implications. Globally mass casualty incidents
are becoming more frequent even in unexpected places. There is a need for a dependable manual
suitable for use by all who must be prepared to face mass casualty incidents including
practicing physicians surgeons anesthesiologists nurses and administrators. This book meets
that need. It is the first practical manual to be devoted to the topic and its portable format
will allow it to be kept in the pocket at all times ready for immediate consultation. The
innovative nature of much of the content and the inclusion of up-to-date literature reviews
ensure that the manual will remain relevant for years to come.
