Podcast #210: Bear Mauling
May 28, 2017•4 min
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Episode description
Author: Jared Scott M.D.
Educational Pearls:
- Bear mauling is not a common issue in the ED.
- The Ursus americanus (black bear) is the most common in Colorado, but Ursus arctos horribilis (grizzly bear) attacks are more frequent because they are more aggressive.
- Head and neck lacerations are the most common injuries. Complications include infection and long term PTSD.
- Most bear attacks are defensive in nature.
- If a bear attacks you - lay face down and cover your neck with your hands.
References: Frank RC, Mahabir RC, Magi E, Lindsay RL, de Haas W. Bear maulings treated in Calgary, Alberta: Their management and sequelae. The Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery. 2006;14(3):158-162. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2539044/
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