Bullet Embolization After a Penetrating Gunshot Wound: A Case Report.
| Autor: | Mussie E; Department of Radiology, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, USA., Singh S; Department of Radiology, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, USA., Kumaran M; Department of Radiology, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, USA., Krishan K; Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, USA. |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Zdroj: | Cureus [Cureus] 2023 Aug 28; Vol. 15 (8), pp. e44261. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Aug 28 (Print Publication: 2023). |
| DOI: | 10.7759/cureus.44261 |
| Abstrakt: | Bullet embolization is an uncommon event after a penetrating gunshot wound. This phenomenon can occur in the venous or arterial vasculature, and patients can present with various symptoms. Physicians need to be familiar with the indications to suspect bullet embolization in patients with gunshot wounds to avoid crucial complications. We present two cases of venous bullet embolization following traumatic gunshot injuries. We will review the different types of bullet emboli, complications, and management. Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist. (Copyright © 2023, Mussie et al.) |
| Databáze: | MEDLINE |
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