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Arterial bullet embolism.

R W Proudfoot, M Harris, D W Victor

    The Journal of the Kentucky Medical Association
    |January 1, 1989
    PubMed
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    A gunshot wound caused a bullet to travel through the arterial system, blocking blood flow to the leg. Prompt surgical intervention for the arterial bullet embolus led to a full recovery.

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    Area of Science:

    • Vascular Surgery
    • Trauma Surgery
    • Emergency Medicine

    Background:

    • Arterial bullet emboli are rare complications of gunshot wounds.
    • Vascular system embolization typically results from low-energy projectile injuries to the trunk.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report a unique case of arterial bullet embolus.
    • To compare this case with existing literature on similar injuries.

    Main Methods:

    • A case study of a 27-year-old male with an abdominal aorta gunshot wound.
    • Surgical repair of the aorta and removal of the bullet via arteriotomy.

    Main Results:

    • The bullet embolized from the abdominal aorta to the left superficial femoral artery, causing immediate ischemia.
    • The patient experienced a complete recovery after surgical intervention.

    Conclusions:

    • Prompt diagnosis and surgical management are crucial for treating arterial bullet emboli.
    • Successful outcomes are achievable even with atypical presentations of vascular projectile injuries.

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