[Blast injuries of the ear]

Vojnosanit Pregl. 1991 Nov-Dec;48(6):551-6.
[Article in Serbian]

Abstract

Blast injury of the ear is the actual military medical problem. The ear, due to its anatomo-physiologic characteristics, is more sensitive to effects of blast waves than other organs and systems. The anatomic and functional ear damages, their symptoms, etiology and clinical course are described. The diagnosis and treatment have been pointed out.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Blast Injuries* / diagnosis
  • Blast Injuries* / therapy
  • Ear / injuries*
  • Humans