Non-fatal strangulation: an uncommon parachute-related accident.
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A case of non-fatal strangulation of the neck by rigging lines of a parachute during military training is presented. It is an unusual but potentially life-threatening injury. Probable factors leading to such injury are discussed.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Medical journal of Malaysia
دوره 50 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1995