Proof of concept of an Automated Battlefield Trauma System for large-scale combat operations.

Journal: The journal of trauma and acute care surgery
Published Date: Jun 13, 2025

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Large-scale combat operations (LSCO) generate high casualty volumes, challenging battlefield trauma care and necessitating a synchronized approach that integrates medical operations with warfighting functions. Existing casualty management tools, such as the Medical Planners Toolkit and Joint Medical Planning Tool, provide static estimates and lack predictive capabilities for evacuation and medical resupply. The Automated Battlefield Trauma System (ABTS) was developed to address these limitations by automating casualty categorization, resource estimation, and Medical Common Operating Picture reporting.

Authors

  • Jay B Baker
    From the US Army I Corps Surgeon Office, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Tacoma, WA (J.B.B., J.B., S.J.S., H.H., M.P.); Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Bethesda, Maryland (M.H.R., S.A.S.); Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY (R.L.); and Joint Trauma System, Joint Base San Antonio, Fort Sam Houston, TX (J.M.G.).
  • John Blumhorst
  • Simon J Strating
  • Heather Holub
  • Matthew Perry
    Urology, Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, Guildford, UK.
  • Mason H Remondelli
  • Ryan Leone
  • Stacy A Shackelford
  • Jennifer M Gurney

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