Role of Maxillofacial Radiologist in Ballistic Wound: Case Report with Literature Review

Nishat Sultana, Ehtaih Sham

Vydehi Institute of Medical & Dental Sciences, Bangalore, India.

DOI: 10.4236/ijohns.2012.12007                

Abstract

Gunshot injuries are rather serious but uncommon type of trauma in India. Radiologists can contribute substantially in evaluation and treatment of patients with a gunshot wounds. Plain films, CT, Angiography, and sometimes MR imaging are used to localize shots. This paper describes a case report of shotgun injury to the face and neck and also attempts to illustrate the spectrum of available imaging with relevant findings pertaining to bullets and shotgun pellets in gunshot injuries. Radiologists should be aware of the associated complications and forensic implications when they take on the task of interpreting these images.

Keywords

Ballistic Wound; Maxillofacial Radiologist; Projectile

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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