Citation

Kneafsey B, Condon KC. Injury 1995; 26(1): 37-41.

Affiliation

Department of Plastic Surgery, Cork Regional Hospital, Wilton, Ireland.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1995, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

7868208

Abstract

Attacks on humans by dogs acting as a pack, though uncommon, result in severe, sometimes fatal, injuries. We report seven cases of attacks by packs of dogs (five on children and two on elderly women) including one fatal case. The dangers of dogs acting as a pack are highlighted, particularly when confronted with an unaccompanied child or elderly female. The pattern of injuries and principles of treatment are discussed.