August 1, 2025Open Access

Gunshot Wounds: A Review of Wound Ballistics and Related Emergency Management Considerations

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Gunshot injuries pose unique challenges due to soft tissue damage and cavitation effects.
Higher ballistic performance leads to increased tissue injury and bone comminution affecting blood supply.
Emergency management varies with tissue necrosis and infection risk, requiring tailored antibiotic therapy.
Understanding wound characteristics is crucial for deciding between simple and complex treatment approaches.

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This review discusses gunshot injuries and their complex management in emergencies, highlighting wound ballistics and infection risks.

Stefanopoulos et al. (2025) studied this question.

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