Citation

Wiggins ME, Akelman E, Weiss APC. Orthopedics 1994; 17(7): 617-623.

Affiliation

Department of Orthopedics, Brown University School of Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, Providence 02903.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1994, Healio)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

7937376

Abstract

Dog bites account for approximately one of 200 emergency room visits. The majority of bites are from dogs known to the victim. Due to the numerous small compartments and the thin covering of soft tissue over the bones and joints, bite wounds to the hand are more likely to become infected that are bites to the arm, leg, or face. Improper management can result in significant morbidity and prolonged treatment. This article discusses the microbiology of dog bite wounds, antibiotic selection, and proper wound management.

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