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Review
. 2010 Oct;27(4):523-34.
doi: 10.1016/j.cpm.2010.06.008.

Puncture wounds of the foot

Roger S Racz  1 , Crystal L Ramanujam, Thomas Zgonis
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Review

Puncture wounds of the foot

Roger S Racz et al. Clin Podiatr Med Surg. 2010 Oct.

Abstract

Puncture wounds are common injuries of the foot. Although most puncture wounds are benign, devastating complications are possible without adequate treatment. These injuries can occur in all age groups and in various circumstances. Early diagnosis and appropriate medical and surgical management is paramount in achieving successful outcomes.

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