Unexploded Ordnance in Civilian Settings: A Hidden Cause of Blast‐Related Trauma

Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion when unfamiliar metallic objects are encountered in civilian settings. Early recognition of potential explosive hazards, avoidance of civilian handling, and prompt notification of appropriate authorities are essential to prevent secondary injury and reduce avoidable morbidity at both individual and community levels.

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Clinical Case Reports
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2026-02-01
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https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.72051
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Traumatic Ocular and Foreign Body Injuries
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Unexploded Ordnance in Civilian Settings: A Hidden Cause of Blast‐Related Trauma

Chukwuka Elendu, Dependable C. Amaechi, Tochi C. Elendu, Ijeoma D. Elendu et al.
Clinical Case Reports
Traumatic Ocular and Foreign Body Injuries
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Unexploded Ordnance in Civilian Settings: A Hidden Cause of Blast‐Related Trauma

Chukwuka Elendu, Dependable C. Amaechi, Tochi C. Elendu, Ijeoma D. Elendu, Emmanuel C. Amaechi
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Abstract

Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion when unfamiliar metallic objects are encountered in civilian settings. Early recognition of potential explosive hazards, avoidance of civilian handling, and prompt notification of appropriate authorities are essential to prevent secondary injury and reduce avoidable morbidity at both individual and community levels.

Clinical Case ReportsVol. 14(2)
Federal University of Technology Owerri (NG), Imo State University (NG), Madonna University (NG), Gregory University Uturu (NG), Igbinedion University (NG)
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Traumatic Ocular and Foreign Body Injuries
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