Accidental sulfur mustard exposure from explosive ordnance in a UK military service person

Chemical warfare presents a continuing threat to military personnel as a result of both direct hostile action and the indirect exposure to chemical weapons that remain as a legacy from previous conflicts. This paper will discuss the presentation and medical management of an indirect exposure to sulf...

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Published in:BMJ military health 2021-08, Vol.167 (4), p.287-288
Main Author: Prescott, Tim
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological & chemical weapons
Military service
Sulfur
World War I
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Summary:Chemical warfare presents a continuing threat to military personnel as a result of both direct hostile action and the indirect exposure to chemical weapons that remain as a legacy from previous conflicts. This paper will discuss the presentation and medical management of an indirect exposure to sulfur mustard in a UK military service person.
ISSN:2633-3767
2633-3775
DOI:10.1136/bmjmilitary-2020-001687