Arrow injury to the head

Case contributed by Michael P Hartung
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Shot by arrow, evaluate extent of injury.

Patient Data

Age: 40 years
Gender: Male
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Arrow injury through the tip of the left sphenoid greater wing, with tip injuring the tip of the left temporal lobe, but not extending to the orbital apex. 

Photo

Example arrow. 

Case Discussion

Arrow injury through the left sphenoid bone, avoiding a devastation injury to the globe or orbital apex. 

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