[Experimental study of multiple organ injuries after high-velocity missiles]

Zhonghua Wai Ke Za Zhi. 1990 Jun;28(6):371-3, 383.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Multiple organ injuries after high-velocity missiles shot were studied on the 8 pigs. The experimental results showed that (1) more than two organs (the maximum six organs) wounded could be seen in all the pigs; (2) the injuries were characterized by hemorrhage, tissue rupture and hematoma, etc., the pathologic changes were local edema and necrosis; (3) the marked increase of LPO on the vital organs indicates that multiple organ injuries can also occur at the molecular level; (4) they are due to direct effects of pressure waves and not to shock or infection.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Female
  • Hemorrhage / pathology*
  • Lipid Peroxides / analysis
  • Male
  • Multiple Trauma / pathology*
  • Swine
  • Viscera / injuries
  • Wounds, Gunshot / pathology*

Substances

  • Lipid Peroxides