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Spinal Cord Transection in the Larval Zebrafish
Published on: May 21, 2014
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Domestic Zebra Bite Leading to Upper Extremity Amputation.
Clayton Young1, Howard Levitin2, Holly Bryant2
1Ohio Health Doctors Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine
|October 21, 2024
Summary
A pet zebra attack caused severe injuries, including an open elbow fracture and extensive soft tissue damage, necessitating a transhumeral amputation. The patient experienced ongoing infection and phantom limb pain, highlighting the serious risks of exotic pet ownership.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Trauma Surgery
- Dermatology
Background:
- Exotic pet ownership presents unique risks.
- Animal-related trauma, particularly from non-domesticated animals, can lead to severe injuries.
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