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Accidental penetrating brain injury through anterior fontanelle: a rare phenomenon

Shahbaz H Faridi1, V K Srivastava, M F Hoda

  • 1Department of Surgery, J.N. Medical College, AMU, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India. shahbazfaridi@yahoo.com

Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine
|January 28, 2012
PubMed

Insights

Accidental penetrating head injuries to the anterior fontanelle are rare. This case highlights an unusual instance of such an injury occurring due to a household accident.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Trauma Surgery

Background:

  • Penetrating injuries to the anterior fontanelle are rare in infants.
  • Such injuries are typically associated with non-accidental trauma.

Observation:

  • A 7-month-old infant sustained a penetrating injury to the anterior fontanelle and frontal lobe.
  • The injury occurred when a knife accidentally slipped from the father's hand during work.

Findings:

  • This case demonstrates a rare instance of an accidental penetrating head injury in an infant.
  • The anterior fontanelle and frontal lobe were involved in the injury.

Implications:

  • Highlights the potential for accidental penetrating head injuries in infants, even in seemingly safe environments.
  • Emphasizes the importance of vigilance and safe practices when handling sharp objects around young children.

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