Multiple-projectile penetrating neck injury from a modified nail-containing gas pistol.
Balkan Med J
; 31(3): 254-6, 2014 Sep.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-25337423
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Penetrating neck injuries result from missiles and stab wounds. A gas pistol is a non-lethal weapon for self-defence. CASE REPORT We present a case where the use of a modified gun led to multiple injuries in a single shot. Four projectiles were embedded in the neck, one in the larynx and three in the cervical spine. The first was removed via a combined external and endoscopic approach, while the rest were put on follow-up.CONCLUSION:
The reported case shows that damage from modified gas pistols, although rarely life threatening, may cause long term discomfort and diminished quality of life.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Aspects:
Patient_preference
Language:
En
Journal:
Balkan Med J
Year:
2014
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Bulgaria
Publication country:
TR
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TURKEY
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TURQUIA