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Patient bites dentist: an 1894 case report
1Dr. Samuel D. Harris National Museum of Dentistry, Baltimore, MD, USA.
Journal of the History of Dentistry
|October 22, 1998
Summary
Human bites are rarely fatal, but this 19th-century case highlights a bizarre instance of death resulting from a human bite, a highly unusual occurrence even historically.
Area of Science:
- Medical History
- Forensic Pathology
- Public Health
Background:
- Human bites are a known cause of infection, but fatalities are exceptionally rare.
- Historical medical records offer insights into unusual cases and disease progression.
Observation:
- The abstract describes a peculiar 19th-century case where a human bite led to a fatal outcome.
- This event was considered highly unusual, even for the historical context.
Findings:
- Death subsequent to a human bite is an extremely rare event.
- The case underscores the potential, albeit infrequent, severity of human bite injuries.
Implications:
- Such rare cases are crucial for understanding the full spectrum of bite-related morbidity and mortality.
- Highlights the importance of thorough investigation in all bite-related incidents, regardless of perceived risk.