A Case of Localized, Unilateral (Cephalic) Wound Botulism.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We describe a rare presentation of botulism originally presenting with exclusively unilateral cranial nerve deficits following a puncture wound to the face. Cephalic tetanus was initially suspected but laboratory testing confirmed botulism. Botulism caused by local diffusion of toxin from a contaminated head wound can be confused with cephalic tetanus.
Medical subject headings
- Botulism
- Facial Injuries
- Tetanus
- Wound Infection