Weapons of mass destruction: radiation.
The purpose of this review is to present a concise overview of the types of radiation, methods of dispersal, injury patterns, and treatment considerations in a scenario involving radiation-based weapons of mass destruction. Radiation-related casualties, although uncommon, are a potential threat because more nations and organizations are developing the technology for producing radioactive substances capable of being used as weapons.
Neal
Chris J
CJ
Pediatric Neurosurgery, National Capital Consortium, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC 20307-5001, USA. kcneal@starpower.net
Moores
Leon E
LE
D004189:Disaster Planning / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D009689:Nuclear Warfare / Q000517:prevention & control; D011827:Radiation; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000628:therapy*