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Assault

Case contributed by Hani Makky Al Salam
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Assault with a screwdriver

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Male
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A metallic rod traversing through the left ocular globe is seen.

Removal of the screw driver

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Post-screwdriver removal shows a relatively normal appearing brain and orbits.

Case Discussion

This case shows an assault using a metallic screwdriver and its consequences.

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