Impaled Unexploded Ordnance Involving Fireworks Mishap

Abstract

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Surgical removal of an impaled unexploded mortar shell into the chest: Case review from a war-zone

“…The utilization of ultrasonography seems to be safe as reported by Schlager et al [ 15 ] However, there is limited data on the use of computed tomography, which can provide higher diagnostic accuracy and might aid in surgical planning. While the need for patient re-positioning and the high radiation dosage might carry a high risk for the patients, High et al reported a case of an impaled mortar shell that underwent computed topography imaging safely [ 16 ]. Further studies are warranted to assess the computed topography safety in different forms of unexploded ordnance.…”

Management of an Unexploded Intracorporeal Firework in a Low Resource Setting: Case Report and Tips

“…[1][2][3][4] Removal of live firework shells has only been described once. 5 These usually contain magnesium, aluminum, strontium, lithium, calcium, and copper salts, all with different igniting triggers. 6 We present a case of surgical removal of a live firework in a 31-year-old man.…”