Alternative Names & Classifications:
Mammalian Bite Wound (CLINICAL)
Description
A mammalian bite wound from a dog combines severe physical trauma with a very high risk of bacterial infection. The powerful jaws of a dog cause deep puncture wounds, tearing of the skin, and potentially crushing damage to underlying muscles and bones. The saliva introduced deep into the tissue carries dangerous flora like Pasteurella, leading to rapid infection if not heavily irrigated and treated.