Subcutaneous Foreign Body: Pathophysiology, Imaging, and Surgical Excision

Subcutaneous Foreign Body: Pathophysiology, Imaging, and Surgical Excision

1. Introduction to Subcutaneous Foreign Bodies The retention of a foreign body within the subcutaneous tissue represents a complex and frequently encountered clinical challenge in soft tissue trauma management. When a penetrating injury possesses sufficient velocity or force, an external object—ranging from glass shards and metallic fragments to biological debris like wood or thorns—can bypass … Read more