Stress fracture of the hyoid bone caused by induced vomiting.
Fracture of the hyoid bone is a well-documented but rare consequence of certain types of trauma to the neck and lower face that may result in significant complications. We report a case of hyoid bone fracture, caused by induced vomiting, that resolved without complications and discuss the mechanism of injury and its complications, as well as associated injuries.
Gupta
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Department of Emergency Medicine, Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center, New York Medical College, Bronx, USA.
Clarke
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Wyer
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D000328:Adult; D017102:Fracture Healing; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000209:etiology*; D015775:Fractures, Stress / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D006928:Hyoid Bone / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000293:injuries*; D008297:Male; D014839:Vomiting / Q000150:complications*