Medical evacuation litter system and method

Abstract

A medical evacuation litter system may comprise a tub-like structure configured to secure a patient. The system may include a plurality of cross-body shoulder straps configured to be worn by multiple carriers. A plurality of handles may be integrated into the tub-like structure. The tub-like structure may be configured to be carried at approximately hip height of the carriers when the cross-body shoulder straps are worn. The system may allow hands-free operation by the carriers. The cross-body shoulder straps may be configured to distribute weight among four to six carriers. The tub-like structure may comprise military-grade webbing. The system may further include a body cover with an external double-strapped torso belt and an internal single strap wide waist belt. The handles may correspond to each of the cross-body shoulder straps. The tub-like structure may have specific dimensions. The system may also include adjustable carrier straps.

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