Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-1989
Abstract
Animal bites have become alarmingly common and may represent a quiet epidemic. It is estimated that between 1 and 3.5 million animal bites occur annually in the United States. The highest incidence has consistently been in 5-to-14-year-old schoolchildren, who have greater contact with animals, especially house pets, on a daily basis. This article discusses the epidemiology, microbiology, clinical findings and management of animal bites infections.
Recommended Citation
Klein, MD, Joel D., "Animal bite infections." (1989). Department of Pediatrics Faculty Papers. Paper 16.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/pedsfp/16
PubMed ID
2917672
Comments
This article has been peer reviewed. It is the authors' final version prior to publication in Delaware Medical Journal Volume 61, Issue 1, January 1989, Pages 17-20. © Medical Society of Delaware.