[Bite Injuries - Diagnosis and Treatment]. / Bissverletzungen ­ Diagnose und Behandlung.

ABSTRACT

Bite Injuries - Diagnosis and Treatment Abstract. In Switzerland 50% of the people get bitten by an animal once in their lifetime. Almost 20% of all bite injuries lead to infections. All bite wounds should be debrided and irrigated with saline. Primary wound management is critical in terms of reducing the risk of infection. Injuries to the hands and face should be treated by a hand or plastic surgeon.