Self-trephination of the skull with an electric power drill.
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| Abstract |
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There is extensive archaeological evidence of the practice of trephination of the skull in many ancient cultures in different parts of the world. We report a case of self-trephination of the skull by a patient using an electrical power drill subsequently requiring neurosurgical intervention. |
| Year of Publication |
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1997
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| Journal |
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British journal of neurosurgery
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| Volume |
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11
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| Issue |
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2
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| Number of Pages |
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156-8
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| ISSN Number |
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0268-8697
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| URL |
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https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/02688699746537
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| DOI |
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10.1080/02688699746537
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| Short Title |
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Br J Neurosurg
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