Retained Missile to the Foot and Ankle: When Should They Come Out?

Category: Trauma Introduction/Purpose: Gunshot wounds are common injuries encountered by orthopaedists in urban settings. Retained missiles can lead to significant morbidity and functional impairment. Despite the potential for adverse sequelae, controversy remains regarding the role of routine bulle...

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Main Authors: Megan Reilly MD, Joshua Luginbuhl MD, Joseph Thoder MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2019-10-01
Series:Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/2473011419S00355