Stroke due to penetrating neck injury inflicted by tiger attack.

BMJ Case RepSep 16, 2026 (epub)
Case ReportEmergency MedicineNeurologyVascular Surgery

Anadi Mishra, Harish Nigam, Rajesh Verma et al.

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Case in brief

A female in her fourth decade presented with altered sensorium, hemiplegia, and hypotension following a tiger attack that resulted in a penetrating neck injury and carotid artery dissection. The case highlights the importance of early vascular imaging and timely antithrombotic therapy. Multidisciplinary management was employed, leading to improved outcomes for the patient.

Diagnostic / clinical pearl

Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for vascular injury in cases of penetrating neck trauma to ensure early recognition and prompt management.

Source

PubMed · PMID 42749341

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