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Ivan C H Siu1, Kevin Lim1, Jacky Y K Ho1
1Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Penetrating cardiac injuries from nail guns are rare but require immediate surgical repair. This case highlights successful diagnosis and management of a complex self-inflicted nail gun injury to the heart.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Penetrating cardiac injuries are often fatal.
- Nail gun injuries to the heart are exceptionally rare.
- Prompt surgical intervention is critical for survival.
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