Tissue Contusion Zone

The tissue contusion zone is the area around the gunshot channel that is characterized by traumatic changes to tissues that were affected, but not directly exposed to the wounding projectile. It includes destroyed and damaged cells, as well as changes in tissue structure and function. In this article we will look at the causes of the contusion zone, its characteristics and consequences.

Causes of the contusion zone. The tissue contusion zone occurs due to the impact of two

The tissue contusion zone is an important area of ​​the morphology of a gunshot injury, which is not affected by the wounding projectile. It is characterized by extensive injuries, fiber disintegration and disruption of microcirculation in the surrounding tissues. The area of ​​tissue contusion is the primary focus of injury from gunshot wounds and determines the long-term consequences of the injury. In this article we will look at the zone