Gunshot wounds in the abdominal region can range from minor wounds to severe traumatic injuries depending on the anatomical structures the bullet penetrates. While the leading cause of blunt abdominal trauma-related deaths in the United States in adults ages 15 to 24 is due to motor vehicle collisions, abdominal gunshot wounds account for up to
I have a soldier who died of wounds on 7 April 2024 of Gunshot Wound to abdomen. How long could a soldier survive an abdominal wound
Gunshot wound of abdominal wall with peritoneal penetration; Gunshot wound of ankle; Gunshot wound of axilla; Gunshot wound of buttock; Gunshot wound of chest wall; Gunshot wound of face; Gunshot wound of foot; Gunshot wound of forearm; Gunshot wound of hand; Gunshot wound of head; Gunshot wound of hip; Gunshot wound of knee; Gunshot wound of
Gunshot Wounds to Abdominal Solid Organs
Gunshot wounds in the abdominal region can range from minor wounds to severe traumatic injuries depending on the anatomical structures the bullet penetrates. While the leading cause of blunt abdominal trauma-related deaths in the United States in adults ages 15 to 24 is due to motor vehicle collisions, abdominal gunshot wounds account for up to
The approach to patients with penetrating abdominal trauma depends on whether the injury is a gunshot wound (GSW) or a stab wound and the patient's hemodynamic
The most common cause of a penetrating abdominal injury is a stab wound or gunshot wound. In gunshot wounds, due to the high-intensity kinetic energy of the bullet, the pathway is often unpredictable in nature as well as the internal organs that may be affected.
GUNSHOT WOUNDS (GSWs) Assessment and management is modified compared to non-projectile penetrating abdominal trauma (e.g. stab wounds) Abdominal gunshot wounds are more likely to penetrate the peritoneum (80%), and those that do are more likely to cause intraperitoneal injury (90%)
Consistent debridement, fasciotomy, and complete drainage of the wound are only indicated in deep gunshot wounds. A surgical revision of the abdominal cavity is indicated for all penetrating abdominal gunshot injuries. The watch-and-wait approach with surgical wound management and hospitalization is
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One minor quibble, wouldn’t it be better to break the shooter’s neck instead of leaving a gunshot wound? (Just sayin’, now I’m sure I’ll get lectured!)
Thanks again!
Hillcountrycowboy
It may be of some interest to note here that when women use a firearm to end their lives they rarely shoot themselves in the head. As I understand it they will turn the gun on themselves and shoot their heart. So I have been told.