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Dog attack resulting in evisceration in an infant
Laura A Cataldi1, Sani Z Yamout, Philip L Glick
1School of Medicine, SUNY at Buffalo, Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo, Buffalo, NY 14222, USA.
Pediatric Emergency Care
|April 7, 2011
Summary
Severe Staffordshire bull terrier attacks on infants can cause life-threatening injuries. This case highlights the critical need for rapid emergency assessment and surgical intervention for complex dog bite trauma.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Pediatric Surgery
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Severe dog bites pose significant risks, including severe morbidity and mortality.
- Infants are particularly vulnerable to complex injuries from animal attacks.
Observation:
- A case involving an infant attacked by a Staffordshire bull terrier is presented.
- The infant sustained extensive soft tissue damage, evisceration, and bowel injury.
Findings:
- Emergency department assessment focused on blunt and penetrating trauma evaluation.
- Surgical intervention included exploratory laparotomy, small bowel repair, and abdominal wall closure.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of prompt, multidisciplinary care for severe pediatric dog bite injuries.
- Effective management requires a thorough diagnostic approach and timely surgical repair.
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