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Lesion of the internal carotid artery caused by a car safety belt.

Abstract
A description is given of a case of complete obstruction of the internal carotid in a patient wearing a lap-shoulder belt. This was presumed due to direct contusion of the vessel at the C2 level.
AuthorsM C Benito, F Garcia, L Fernandez-Quero, A Lajara, E Jardon, I Frias, A Manzanos
JournalThe Journal of trauma (J Trauma) Vol. 30 Issue 1 Pg. 116-7 (Jan 1990) ISSN: 0022-5282 [Print] United States
PMID2296060 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
Topics
  • Adult
  • Carotid Artery Injuries
  • Cerebral Infarction (etiology)
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Seat Belts (adverse effects)
  • Wounds, Nonpenetrating (etiology)

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