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SwRI researchers develop human head surrogate for behind-helmet blunt trauma research

The SwRI-developed human head surrogate and its test methodology show great potential for providing insights into injuries resulting from a variety of ballistic threats. With it, designers will be able to craft helmets that offer improved protection for warfighters.

Southwest Research Institute
Christopher J. Freitas, Ph.D.; James T. Mathis; Nikki Scott; Rory P. Bigger
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HTS Open Abdomen Study

SUMMARY: 16 MAR 2018Delays in PFC contribute to increased fluid losses and nutritional demands, abdominal wall hernias, enterocutaneous fistula, and intra-abdominal infections.Hypothesis: The use of HTS after DCL may decrease the time to PFC and reduce the number of complicationsThis study will examine ten (10) flights of approximately 50 adult USAF basic military trainees (BMTs) each, 5 female and 5 male flights.

59th Medical Wing at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center (WHASC)
Chagoy
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