The wandering bullet.
The phenomenon of bullet embolization has been documented in various organs or major organ systems. A case report of a gunshot wound injury to the left hemithorax with penetration of the esophagus and embolization to the stomach is presented. Diagnostic evaluation and therapy are discussed.
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Siram
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D000328:Adult; D004947:Esophagus / Q000293:injuries; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000209:etiology*; D005548:Foreign-Body Migration / Q000209:etiology*; D006491:Hemothorax / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D013270:Stomach; D013898:Thoracic Injuries / Q000150:complications*; D014948:Wounds, Gunshot / Q000150:complications*