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1023: Plastic Surgery | Skeptical Sunday
The Jordan Harbinger Show
Innovation Through Adversity
World War I catalyzed significant advancements in plastic surgery due to the unique challenges posed by battlefield injuries. The nature of trench warfare led to a high incidence of facial injuries, compelling the medical community to rapidly evolve surgical techniques to treat the 21 million wounded soldiers, 16% of whom suffered facial trauma. This historical context illustrates how warfare often drives innovation in medical practices, highlighting the paradox that profound suffering can lead to critical developments in healthcare.
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