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Murine Model of Controlled Cortical Impact for the Induction of Traumatic Brain Injury

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Traumatic tiger attack.

Marvin Chum¹, Wai Pui Ng

¹Division of Neurology, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada. Marvin.Chum@londonhospitals.ca

Journal of Neurosurgery. Pediatrics

|November 3, 2011

Summary

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Large cat attacks on humans are rare, with limited documented management principles. This case details a tiger attack on a child, highlighting severe injuries and discussing treatment strategies for feline-related trauma.

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Area of Science:

Traumatology
Veterinary Medicine
Neurology

Background:

Large feline attacks on humans are infrequent, leading to poorly established injury management protocols.
Understanding the specific patterns of injury from large cat maulings is crucial for effective treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

To report a case of a severe tiger attack on a child.
To outline the diverse injuries and pathologies resulting from large feline encounters.
To discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for such rare events.

Main Methods:

Case report of an 11-year-old boy subjected to a tiger attack.
Detailed documentation of injuries, including cranial, vascular, and neurological damage.
Review of existing literature on large feline attack management.

Main Results:

The patient sustained multiple cranial lacerations and fractures.
Internal carotid artery dissection and persistent neurological deficits were observed.
The case illustrates a wide spectrum of potential injuries from large cat attacks.

Conclusions:

Management principles for large feline attacks require further elucidation.
Prompt and comprehensive assessment is vital for addressing complex injuries.
This case underscores the severity and multifaceted nature of injuries from tiger maulings.