TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2023//
TI  - Bullet embolization after a penetrating gunshot wound: a case report
JO  - Curēus
A1  - Mussie, Elen
A1  - Singh, Suprit
A1  - Kumaran, Maruti
A1  - Krishan, Kewal
SP  - e44261
EP  - e44261
VL  - 15
IS  - 8
N2  - Bullet embolization is an uncommon event after a penetrating gunshot wound. This phenomenon can occur in the venous or arterial vasculature, and patients can present with various symptoms. Physicians need to be familiar with the indications to suspect bullet embolization in patients with gunshot wounds to avoid crucial complications. We present two cases of venous bullet embolization following traumatic gunshot injuries. We will review the different types of bullet emboli, complications, and management.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 2168-8184
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.44261
ID  - ref1
ER  -