Are Injuries From Terror and War Similar?: A Comparison Study of Civilians and Soldiers

@article{Peleg2010AreIF,
  title={Are Injuries From Terror and War Similar?: A Comparison Study of Civilians and Soldiers},
  author={Kobi Peleg and Dena H. Jaffe},
  journal={Annals of Surgery},
  year={2010},
  volume={252},
  pages={363-369}
}
  • K. Peleg, D. Jaffe
  • Published 1 August 2010
  • Political Science, Medicine
  • Annals of Surgery
Objective:To compare injuries and hospital utilization and outcomes from terror and war for civilians and soldiers. Summary Background Data:Injuries from terror and war are not necessarily comparable, especially among civilians and soldiers. For example, civilians have less direct exposure to conflict and are unprepared for injury, whereas soldiers are psychologically and physically prepared for combat on battlefields that are often far from trauma centers. Evidence-based studies distinguishing… 
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