Tetanus managed in a peripheral hospital--a case report and a review of management.
Tetanus has become increasingly uncommon. However, with many people failing to maintain adequate levels of immunisation it will continue to present sporadically, with patients who are affected frequently requiring intensive care management. A case of tetanus, and its management in a peripheral hospital in New Zealand, is described. Current treatment options are reviewed.
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Intensive Care Unit, Gisborne Hospital, New Zealand.