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.
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Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery School of Dental Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, Surulere, Lagos.
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*