Novel hyperspectral imaging (HSI) methods may play several important roles in Combat Casualty Care: (1) HSI of the
skin may provide spatial data on hemoglobin saturation of oxygen, as a "window" into perfusion during shock. (2) HSI
or similar technology could be incorporated into closed-loop, feedback-controlled resuscitation systems. (3) HSI may
provide information about tissue viability and/or wound infection. (4) HSI in the near-infrared range may provide
information on the tissue water content--greatly affected, e.g., by fluid resuscitation. Thus, further refinements in the
speed and size of HSI systems are sought to make these capabilities available on the battlefield.
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