Sykes L N, Champion H R, Fouty W J
Trauma Service, Washington Hospital Center, DC 20010.
J Trauma. 1988 May;28(5):618-23. doi: 10.1097/00005373-198805000-00010.
When considering the kinetic energy formula (KE = 1/2 MV2) to estimate wounding potential of bullets, bullet velocity has assumed the premier role as the determinant of wounding capability. Particular characteristics of the bullet such as mass have assumed positions of secondary importance or have been largely ignored. In recent years, however, important changes in bullet design have occurred that can markedly change the character of gunshot wounds. Dum-dum bullets, hollow-points, shot shells, and explosive bullets have been designed so as to cause delivery of greater kinetic energy to the victim. Surgeons managing gunshot wounds must be familiar with these types of bullets in order to properly care for the victims and to ensure their own safety during the process.
在考虑用动能公式（KE = 1/2 MV²）来估算子弹的致伤潜力时，子弹速度已被视为决定致伤能力的首要因素。子弹的一些特殊特性，如质量，已被认为是次要的，或在很大程度上被忽视了。然而，近年来，子弹设计发生了重大变化，这可能会显著改变枪伤的特征。达姆弹、空心弹头、霰弹和爆炸子弹的设计目的是为了给受害者传递更大的动能。处理枪伤的外科医生必须熟悉这些类型的子弹，以便妥善救治受害者，并在这个过程中确保自身安全。
