Can a falling bullet be lethal at terminal velocity? Cardiac injury caused by a celebratory bullet.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
This is a case report of rare cardiac and abdominal organ injuries sustained by an innocent bystander from a New Year's Eve celebratory gun shooting. The force and velocity of a projectile fired into the air as it ascends and returns to earth, along with its potential for bodily injury will be reviewed.
Medical subject headings
- Heart Injuries
- Holidays
- Wounds, Gunshot