<unk>  Embolization is an umbrella term encompassing the intravasculature and intracardiac embolization of bullet fragments, pellets, and shrapnel most commonly from war related penetrating traumas (mortars, grenades, mines, etc.).
A rare phenomenon with the majority of cases occurring in war/combat penetrating trauma, although civilian cases have been reported .
Definitive recommendations regarding management and treatment are varied.
Missile embolus
Missile embolism
Coronary artery dissection
Acute arterial ischemia
Myocardial rupture
Arterial gas embolism
Subclavian steal syndrome
Vertebral and carotid artery dissection