TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2011//
TI  - A case of cellulitis of the hands caused by a predatory bird attack
JO  - Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
A1  - Khan, M. Adil Abbas
A1  - Farid, Mohammed
A1  - Sobani, Zain A.
A1  - Ali, Syed Nadir
A1  - Malick, Huzaifa
A1  - Baqir, Maryam
A1  - Sharif, Hasanat
A1  - Beg, M. Asim
SP  - 166
EP  - 168
VL  - 1
IS  - 2
N2  - Many species have been drastically affected by rapid urbanization. Harris's hawks from their natural habitat of open spaces and a supply of rodents, lizards and other small prey have been forced to change their natural environment adapting to living in open spaces in sub- and peri-urban areas. Specific areas include playgrounds, parks and school courtyards. The migration of this predatory species into these areas poses a risk to individuals, and especially the children are often attacked by claws, talons and beaks intentionally or as collateral damage while attacking rodent prey. In addition, the diverse micro-organisms harbored in the beaks and talons can result in wound infections, presenting a challenge to clinical management. Here we would like to present a case of an 80-year-old man with cellulitis of both hands after sustaining minor injuries from the talons of a Harris's hawk and review the management options. We would also like to draw attention to the matter that, even though previously a rarity, more cases of injuries caused by birds of prey may be seen in hospital settings.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 2221-1691
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/S2221-1691(11)60019-1
ID  - ref1
ER  -