Citation

Guidera KJ, Ogden JA, Highhouse K, Pugh L, Beatty E. J. Orthop. Trauma 1991; 5(2): 204-208.

Affiliation

Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children, Tampa, FL 33612-9499.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1991, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

1861198

Abstract

Shark attacks are rare but devastating. This case had major injuries that included an open femoral fracture, massive hemorrhage, sciatic nerve laceration, and significant skin and muscle damage. The patient required 15 operative procedures, extensive physical therapy, and orthotic assistance. A review of the literature pertaining to shark bites is included.

Language: en