The Crimean War: 1853–1856

Jean Baptiste Lucien Baudens: The father of trauma laparotomy

“…The "Crimean Winter" of 1854-1855 and 1855-1856 saw thousands of deaths due to diverse disease processes. 17 This was largely related to inadequate supplies of food and clothing with poor sanitation and overcrowding. With little fighting during this period, more soldiers died of disease than from battle.…”

“…With little fighting during this period, more soldiers died of disease than from battle. 17 It was here that he worked alongside Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, and he was impressed by her sacrifice and noble mission. 18 He passionately argued for better facilities and improved the evacuation procedures.…”

“…18 Tragically, Baudens himself fell ill with typhus and died in Paris on December 27, 1857. 17 His final text, reviewing his experience during the Crimean War, was released after his death. The editors noted: "Those who knew Doctor Baudens were able to appreciate the tireless worker and great doctor, devoted for thirty years to danger and suffering.…”