Carotid artery dissection following minimal postural trauma in a firefighter.
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Carotid artery dissections (CAD) are uncommon, but not rare, and are increasingly recognized as a cause of morbidity. A case of CAD following minimal sustained postural trauma is described. The causes and outcomes of CAD are discussed, with particular reference to risks that might be found in the workplace.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Occupational medicine
دوره 54 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2004