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BASICS
Description
- Puncture injuries of the foot typically occur on the plantar surface
of the forefoot or heel.
- The injuring object usually is a nail, needle, or pin, but it
can be anything that punctures the soft tissue, including thorns, glass, and
splinters.
- Classification:
- Early presentation: Day of injury
- Late presentation: At least 3–5 days after puncture, when
deep infection develops
General Prevention
Avoid going barefoot outdoors or in areas with debris such as wood fragments
or nails.
Epidemiology
- Anecdotally, this injury is more common in children.
- Males are affected more often than females.
Incidence
- Puncture wounds of the foot constitute 0.5–1% of all emergency
room visits by children (1).
- Only 0.6% of children with puncture ...
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