The wild boar <em>Sus scrofa cristatus</em> attacks in Sri Lanka: a case series and review of literature

Abstract

The wild boar, Sus scrofa, is a mammal found in Eurasia and North Africa. The incidence of attacks has slowly risen due to the dwindling forest cover, an increase in population, and intrusion into the wild boar’s natural habitat. Injuries caused by wild boars include soft tissue injuries, fractures, internal organ damage, and, in some instances, death. Here, we describe three cases of wild boar attacks presented at Teaching Hospital Anuradhapura. Early intervention, stabilization, and transportation to the appropriate tertiary care are crucial.