Gunshot Roentgenograms / A Collection of Roentgenograms Taken in Constantinople During the Turko-Balkan War, 1912-1913, Illustrating Some Gunshot Wounds in the Turkish Army

Name: Gunshot Roentgenograms / A Collection of Roentgenograms Taken in Constantinople During the Turko-Balkan War, 1912-1913, Illustrating Some Gunshot Wounds in the Turkish Army
Author: Clyde S. Ford

By Clyde S. Ford

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A military surgical bulletin reproducing a curated selection of radiographs of gunshot and shrapnel injuries gathered in Constantinople during the Turko‑Balkan conflict. Plates are organized by anatomical region—head, spine, chest, pelvis, upper and lower extremities—and show fractures, lodged missiles, soft tissue damage, and cases requiring operative intervention such as amputations and excisions. An introductory text discusses the imaging techniques, projectile types, diagnostic value and limitations of roentgenography in the field, and selection criteria for the displayed plates.

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Clyde S. Ford

Clyde S. Ford is known for his unique contribution to medical literature through his work "Gunshot Roentgenograms," which presents a collection of X-ray images taken during the Turko-Balkan War of 1912-1913. This work illustrates various gunshot wounds sustained by soldiers in the Turkish Army, providing valuable insights into the medical practices and challenges of wartime medicine. Ford's documentation not only serves as a historical record but also highlights the early use of radiography in diagnosing and treating injuries, marking an important intersection of medicine and military history.