The use of military antishock trousers in trauma--a reevaluation.
The military antishock trousers (MAST) continue to be used widely. The physiologic mechanisms of action have been further elucidated. There are many potential complications associated with their use, some of which are serious. While most observations in the past were based on dog studies or human volunteers, clinical studies are now providing new information that questions the usefulness of the MAST.
Schneider
P A
PA
Department of Emergency Medicine, East Carolina University School of Medicine, Greenville, North Carolina 27858-4354.
Mitchell
J M
JM
Allison
E J
EJ
D005069:Evaluation Studies as Topic; D005676:Gravity Suits / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D012771:Shock, Hemorrhagic / Q000628:therapy; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000628:therapy