A Shot Through the Heart

J Am Coll Cardiol. 2024 Jul 30;84(5):493-497. doi: 10.1016/j.jacc.2024.05.044.

Abstract

We present the case of a patient who was shot through the heart with an air rifle and presented in a stable condition at our emergency department. At the time of presentation, the bullet was still present within the myocardium. Imaging, management, and outcome are discussed in this report.

Keywords: bullet; cardiac imaging; heart surgery; trauma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Heart Injuries / diagnostic imaging
  • Heart Injuries / etiology
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Wounds, Gunshot* / complications
  • Wounds, Gunshot* / diagnostic imaging