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Management Considerations for a Retained Plantar Knife Injury.
Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association
|June 27, 2017
Summary
A 13-year-old girl with a retained knife in her right foot underwent successful surgical removal. The patient recovered fully with no complications after a brief hospital stay.
Area of Science:
- Trauma surgery
- Emergency medicine
- Orthopedic surgery
Background:
- Penetrating foot injuries require careful management to prevent complications.
- Prompt evaluation and intervention are crucial for retained foreign bodies.
Observation:
- A 13-year-old female presented with a retained penetrating knife injury to the right foot.
- Radiographs confirmed deep tissue penetration without apparent bone involvement.
Findings:
- Surgical removal of the knife was successfully performed.
- Wound exploration revealed no significant underlying damage.
Implications:
- This case highlights the successful management of a retained penetrating foot injury.
- Early surgical intervention can lead to favorable outcomes in pediatric trauma patients.
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