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What complications can occur from a puncture wound like an arrow?

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Dr. Kim Kuhar answered

Clean area well don': Make sure tetanus is up to date. Need to be concerned about infection given the deep penetration and may likely need antibiotics to prevent infection.

Dr Brown agreed

Answered 5/15/2014

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