Abstract
Penetrating injuries are described as involving body parts either partially embedded or fully transected by a foreign body.1 These injuries often have devastating consequences to the patient. However, case reports of facial penetrating injuries generally describe these injuries with less morbidity to the patient.1-19 The face has protective reflexes that help divert it from incoming objects.9 The face also has a smaller surface area than the trunk or extremities. Furthermore, the structure of the face and cranium are suited to absorb shocks owing to the presence of resistant pillars, buttresses, and the presence of pneumatized cavities.
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