Military preventive medicine and medical surveillance in the post-cold war era.

abstract：:The challenges of managing military medicine over the last three decades have been complicated by rapidly changing priorities and redirections. Inspired by Kuhn's theory of "paradigm shifts," we can identify five distinct paradigms and four paradigm shifts that have dominated military medicine over the last 25 years. ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Brown FW

更新日期：1994-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Medical data from 120 U.S. Marine Corps trauma admissions to second-echelon facilities during Operation Desert Shield/Storm were examined. Sixty-five percent of the admissions occurred between February 22 and February 28, the time frame corresponding to the ground war and the preliminary mobilization period. Penetrati...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Leedham CS,Blood CG,Newland C

更新日期：1993-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Longer steps with load carriage is common in shorter Soldiers when matching pace with taller Soldiers whereas shorter steps are hypothesized to reduce risk of injury with load carriage. The effects of load carriage with and without step length manipulation on loading patterns of three commonly injured stru...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Willy RW,DeVita P,Meardon SA,Baggaley M,Womble CC,Willson JD

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Our purpose was to demonstrate the consistency of radiologists' three-dimensional measurements of simulated blast fragment locations in vitro in an effort to objectively localize retained fragments and wound paths. We designed a phantom consisting of 10 nail heads (simulating blast fragments) glued to wooden pegs that...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Folio L,Fischer T,Shogan PJ,Frew M,Bunger R,Provenzale JM

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Deployed service members exposed to burn pit smoke can experience a multitude of symptoms. Respiratory symptoms after burn pit smoke exposure are well recognized, but neurologic symptoms are less well recognized. There are reports of migraines triggered by odors but no specific reports of new onset migraines...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Chalela JA

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Prostate cancer remains the second most commonly diagnosed cancer among the male population worldwide. Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to prostate cancer and its aggressiveness. Herein, we initiated a retrospective study to evaluate vitamin D status and monitoring in veterans with prostate cancer, and to examine ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Der T,Bailey BA,Youssef D,Manning T,Grant WB,Peiris AN

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Superficial fungal foot infection is one of the most important dermatological diseases currently affecting military personnel. Many Thai naval rating cadets are found to suffer from superficial fungal foot infections and their sequels. OBJECTIVE:To investigate prevalence, potent risk factors, responding pat...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Ongsri P,Bunyaratavej S,Leeyaphan C,Pattanaprichakul P,Ongmahutmongkol P,Komoltri C,Kulthanan K

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Foot friction blisters in military personnel lessen a soldier's mobility, concentration, and critical decision-making skills. OBJECTIVE:To determine the prevalence of and factors associated with friction blisters during deployment in all military personnel who nonurgently presented to the 28th Combat Suppor...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Brennan FH Jr,Jackson CR,Olsen C,Wilson C

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The military dietary reference intakes (MDRIs), outlined in Army Regulation 40-25, OPNAVINST 10110.1/MCO10110.49, AFI 44-141, establish standards intended to meet the nutrient requirements of Warfighters. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to comprehensively compare the revised MDRIs, published in 20...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Lutz LJ,Gaffney-Stomberg E,Karl JP,Hughes JM,Guerriere KI,McClung JP

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this case presentation is to discuss right upper quadrant pain as an atypical presenting symptom in pulmonary infarction and review the typical computed tomography (CT) imaging features of pulmonary infarction to improve diagnostic accuracy. Pulmonary infarction results from occlusion of distal arterial...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Fosmire ST,Gibson GN,Copeland JC,Maydew MS,Eggers C

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The objective was to determine if the Mobile Device Outcomes-based Rehabilitation Program (MDORP) improved strength, mobility, and gait quality in service members (SMs) and Veterans with lower limb amputation (LLA). METHODS:Seven SMs and 10 Veterans with LLA enrolled and were trained to use a mobile senso...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Gaunaurd I,Gailey R,Springer B,Symsack A,Clemens S,Lucarevic J,Kristal A,Bennett C,Isaacson B,Agrawal V,Applegate B,Pasquina P

更新日期：2020-01-07 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We aimed to describe differences in combat experience for male and female veterans and characterize differential effects on postdeployment physical and mental health symptoms, including aggression. METHODS:Retrospective cross-sectional health screening data from 554 Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Afari N,Pittman J,Floto E,Owen L,Buttner M,Hossain N,Baker DG,Lindamer L,Lohr JB

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Reiki, a biofield energy therapy, continues to struggle in finding its permanent place among the portfolio of complementary and alternative medicine modalities in many military health care facilities. Although it has been shown to help in the management of pain, lack of knowledge and limited first-hand exp...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Gantt M,Orina JAT

更新日期：2020-03-02 00:00:00

abstract：:This study examined the infleunce of three types of boot-sock systems on incidence and severity of foot blisters. Participants were 357 men undergoing U.S. Marine recruit training at Parris Island, South Carolina. Each participant was assigned to one of three treatment groups. The first group wore the standard militar...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Knapik JJ,Hamlet MP,Thompson KJ,Jones BH

更新日期：1996-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Clonidine is a central alpha-2 agonist well known to produce a syndrome of bradycardia and hypotension in overdose. However, few examples of overt clinical clonidine toxicity secondary to cutaneous absorption have been reported. We report a case of unintentional systemic clonidine toxicity in an adult because of a com...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Downs JW,Cumpston KL

更新日期：2020-10-02 00:00:00

abstract：:We studied the epidemiology, morbidity, and etiology of dermatologic and non-human immunodeficiency virus venereologic disease (Derm/STD) aboard a deployed aircraft carrier to revise Derm/STD training objectives for shipboard primary care providers. Onboard supplies for treatment of Derm/STD were also evaluated. Over ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Vidmar DA,Harford RR,Beasley WJ,Revels J,Thornton SA,Kao TC

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In December 1913, a board of medical officers was appointed to adapt new U.S. Army equipment to the needs of the Hospital Corps. One of the improvements concerned substitution of the satchel-like Hospital Corps pouch used to carry first aid equipment. A waist belt with 10 pockets, known as the medical belt, was devise...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Wever PC,Korst MB,Otte M

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Penetrating trauma is frequently encountered in forward deployed military combat hospitals. Abdominal blast injuries represent nearly 11% of combat injuries, and multiplanar computed tomography imaging is optimal for injury assessment and surgical planning. We describe a multiplanar approach to assessment of blast and...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Fischer TV,Folio LR,Backus CE,Bunger R

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:State-of-the-art three-dimensional motion analysis systems, which are utilized to predict, diagnose, and treat many musculoskeletal and neurological disorders, are expensive and space consuming. These systems have only been widely used in large research facilities because of their lack of this transportability. Since ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Parks M,Chien JH,Siu KC

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Army health care personnel play a key role in the Army's Family Advocacy Program, yet little is known about their beliefs toward domestic violence. This study surveyed the beliefs of selected Army Medical Department personnel concerning the extent, nature, causes, and management of spouse abuse. The study suggests tha...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Hamlin ER 2nd,Donnewwerth D,Georgoulakis JM

更新日期：1991-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Summer exercises in the continental United States bring many military personnel in contact with our four types of indigenous venomous snakes. Personnel with a knowledge of these snakes, their habits, and habitat, and who exercise common sense are much less likely to fall victim to a venomous bite. When a bite does occ...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Murdock RT,White GL Jr,Pedersen DM,DeFaller JM,Snyder CC

更新日期：1990-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Improvised explosive devices and mines pose a formidable threat to military convoys traveling in Iraq. This study evaluated battle injuries sustained by a mechanized battalion operating against this threat. The objective was to gain insight into injury profiles and prevention. In the period examined, 32 attacks injure...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Gondusky JS,Reiter MP

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper examines the role and implementation of a casualty processing unit (CPU) developed by a multi-service group during Operation Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia. Data were obtained from review of flight manifests, fleet hospital admission records, 24-hour follow-up of patients admitted to Fleet Hospital 15, and pa...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Crawford PE,Armstrong JF,Kerstein MD,Oxler S,Draude TV

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The Clinical Breast Care Project (CBCP) is a congressionally mandated program that began in the year 2000. The military-civilian collaboration was founded on five pillars: (1) center of excellence in clinical care, (2) risk reduction for women at risk for developing breast cancer, (3) tissue banking to develop and mai...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Shriver CD

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of more effective medical simulators requires a collaborative team effort where three kinds of expertise are carefully coordinated: (1) exceptional medical expertise focused on providing complete and accurate information about the medical challenges (i.e., critical skills and knowledge) to be simulated...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Munro A,Clark RE

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Malaria prevention and treatment are big challenges for the French forces deployed in sub-Saharan Africa. Since December 2013, 1,800 French soldiers have been deployed at any one time in the Central African Republic in the framework of "Operation Sangaris" and European Union Force (EUFOR). Over the 2014-2015...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Perisse A,Velut G,Javelle E,Loarer G,Michel R,Simon F

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Military veterans diagnosed with dementia compose a large portion of our population. Often ignored are their caregivers and their plight as well as the availability, quality, and accessibility of health care for this demographic. The purpose of this systematic literature review is three fold: to identify o...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Mileski M,Scott Kruse C,Brooks M,Haynes C,Collingwood Y,Rodriguez R

更新日期：2017-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Disseminated fungal infections are normally opportunistic infections in the immunocompromised population. Current literature has documented a high mortality rate with these infections in civilian trauma or as complications of severe burns. There is only one published case of fungal infection in a combat-injured indivi...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Lewandowski L,Purcell R,Fleming M,Gordon WT

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The U.S. Army emplaces physician assistants (PAs) in its maneuver battalions. When contingencies arise, clinic-based physicians join them to augment capability. Because both entities operate similarly, the policy permits a comparison of perceptions of optimal skill sets for the battalion medical mission. ME...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Malish RG,Maxwell GL,Witters R,Macias-Moriarity LZ,Gelperin RL

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ambulatory care federal pharmacists may be readily used by beneficiaries to obtain verbal and written pharmaceutical and/or medical information because of their high visibility and accessibility. In addition to information provided for prescription medications, pharmacists may provide medication and disease informatio...

journal_title：Military medicine

authors： Huntzinger PE

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00