The management of impalement injury

Injury. 1995 Apr;26(3):191-3. doi: 10.1016/0020-1383(94)00015-n.

Abstract

Four cases of impalement injury are described. The principles of management are discussed, these being minimal manipulation of the object before and during transport, preoperative planning, a multidisciplinary approach, and wound care.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abdominal Injuries / etiology
  • Abdominal Injuries / surgery*
  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Forearm Injuries / etiology
  • Forearm Injuries / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Thigh / injuries*
  • Thigh / surgery
  • Wounds, Penetrating / etiology
  • Wounds, Penetrating / surgery*