Penetrating maxillofacial trauma--a case report.
An unusual presentation of a penetrating maxillofacial injury in which a piece of wood penetrated oro-facial and upper neck tissues is reported. Similar reports in the literature were briefly reviewed and principles of management highlighted.
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery School of Dental Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Surulere, Lagos.
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D000063:Accidents, Traffic; D000328:Adult; D017809:Fatal Outcome; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008446:Maxillofacial Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D014711:Vertebral Artery / Q000293:injuries; D014950:Wounds, Penetrating / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*