Bilateral linear subconjunctival hemorrhage in a trauma patient

A case of bilateral linear subconjunctival hemorrhage secondary to a gunshot wound to the chest has been presented. The linear character was explained by cardiac tamponade and nearly instantaneous cessation of cardiac output.

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Published in:	Journal of forensic sciences Vol. 23; no. 3; p. 519
Main Authors:	Rothouse, L S, Sayers, R J
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-07-1978
Subjects:	Adult Conjunctiva Eye Diseases - etiology Hemorrhage - etiology Humans Male Thoracic Injuries - complications Wounds, Gunshot - complications
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Summary:	A case of bilateral linear subconjunctival hemorrhage secondary to a gunshot wound to the chest has been presented. The linear character was explained by cardiac tamponade and nearly instantaneous cessation of cardiac output.
ISSN:	0022-1198
DOI:	10.1520/JFS10700J