CDC TETANUS VACCINATION GUIDELINES FOR WOUNDS



Dirty wounds pose an increased risk for tetanus. Clinicians should consider wounds dirty if contaminated with dirt, soil, feces, or saliva (e.g., animal or human bites). Consider penetrating or puncture wounds contaminated, possibly posing a higher risk for tetanus. Wounds containing devitalized tissue (e.g., necrotic or gangrenous wounds), frostbite, crush injuries, avulsion fractures, and burns are particularly conducive for proliferation of C. tetani.



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