Tag: staged reconstruction
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From Injury to Reconstruction: Staged Facial Reconstruction After a Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound
Introduction Facial gunshot injuries are among the most challenging conditions in reconstructive surgery, presenting high risks of mortality and morbidity. This case report outlines a complex, staged reconstruction of a devastating self-inflicted facial gunshot wound in a young adult, highlighting how a multidisciplinary, resource-conscious approach can restore form and function in environments with limited means.…
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From Injury to Reconstruction: Staged Technique in a Self-Inflicted Facial Gunshot Wound—A Case Report
Introduction Facial gunshot injuries are among the most challenging conditions in reconstructive surgery. They typically involve extensive soft tissue and skeletal destruction, high contamination risk, and significant functional and aesthetic implications. Mortality and complication rates can be substantial, underscoring the need for a multidisciplinary, resource-conscious approach. This case report describes a rare self-inflicted facial gunshot…
