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- Bear attacks, though uncommon, pose a significant risk for those living near bear habitats, with our center in Nagpur frequently treating victims.
- The study aimed to document the injuries and management of bear attack victims by reviewing 48 cases from 2006 to 2013, highlighting the common involvement of the face, scalp, and other critical areas like the eyes and mandible.
- Effective treatment requires a multidisciplinary approach, including timely administration of antibiotics, wound care, and referral to specialized centers for optimal recovery.
Article Abstract
Introduction: Bear attacks though relatively rare are frequent enough to be of concern for those who are in bear habitats. Our centre at Nagpur, being surrounded by dense forests from all the sides, treats a large number of victims.
Aim: The aim was to document the injuries, management and the potential complications of bear attacks.
Materials And Methods: We reviewed the records of 48 consecutive patients who were treated in our department from January 2006 to December 2013 for bear attacks.
Outcome: The majority of patients were referred 24-48 h post-attack. All but two patients had involvement of either the face or scalp. Involvement of eyes, mandible, facial nerve, was common. Reconstruction included simple suture of lacerations to management of complex compound injuries with three-dimensional defects. Thirteen patients developed infection.
Conclusion: Bear attack victims need a multidisciplinary approach. Early broad spectrum antibiotics, anti-rabies prophylaxis and irrigation and debridement of the wound are needed. We advise early referral to tertiary treatment centres.
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