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Steel bar penetrating the skull.

R H Ossoff, D R Elonka, G A Sisson

    Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
    |September 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary

    A construction worker survived a severe head injury from a falling steel bar. Despite surgical removal and an unremarkable recovery, he has mild aphasia and requires a cane for walking.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurosurgery
    • Trauma Surgery
    • Neurology

    Background:

    • Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result from high-velocity impacts.
    • Penetrating head injuries pose significant surgical and neurological challenges.

    Observation:

    • A 42-year-old male construction worker sustained a penetrating TBI.
    • A ten-foot steel bar fell 240 feet, entering the left parietal skull and exiting above the left zygoma.

    Findings:

    • Surgical removal of the foreign object was successful.
    • The patient experienced a post-operative course without immediate complications.
    • Residual neurological deficits include mild aphasia and gait disturbance requiring assistive walking devices.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the potential for survival from severe penetrating head trauma.
    • It underscores the importance of prompt surgical intervention in TBI.
    • Long-term rehabilitation is crucial for managing residual deficits like aphasia and mobility issues.

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