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Case Report of a Penetrating Knife Injury to the Maxillofacial Region

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  • Mohamed Ramzan Sachedina

    (Tanga Regional Referral Hospital, Tanzania)

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Objective: Penetrating injuries to the maxillofacial region are rare and rarely reported, however pose a significant risk of morbidity and mortality as it houses vital organs. Case; A 25-year-old man presented to the emergency department with a knife inserted into the right side of the eye. CT showed it penetrated the medial wall of the orbit but not involving the septum. A multidisciplinary team approach helped in the removal of the knife and preparing for any complications arising from it.

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  • Mohamed Ramzan Sachedina, 2025. "Case Report of a Penetrating Knife Injury to the Maxillofacial Region," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 12(5), pages 1849-1851, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:12:y:2025:i:5:p:1849-1851
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