Bony lacerations caused by assault.
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چکیده
Eight cases of unstable fractures caused by sharp heavy weapons such as swords or machetes are presented. A modern approach to these injuries is described against the historical background.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- The Journal of bone and joint surgery. British volume
دوره 66 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1984