Home Alone Injuries: A Trauma Surgeon’s Analysis

Summary

In this article, we explore the injuries sustained by the characters in the Home Alone movie series as analyzed by trauma surgeon Annie Onishi. From broken ribs to spinal fractures, we examine the severity and potential long-term effects of the injuries sustained by Harry and Marv.

The Severity of Harry’s First Fall
Marv’s Axial Loading Injury
Concerns for Visual Field and Further Testing
Other Injuries Sustained by Harry and Marv
Conclusion

The Severity of Harry’s First Fall

Annie Onishi notes that the first fall Harry takes in the movie is the most severe, as he lands flat on his back with a lot of force. She suspects that his ribs are broken and may have caused internal organ damage. This type of injury could be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention.

Marv’s Axial Loading Injury

When the iron lands on Marv’s face, it causes an axial loading injury, which compresses the spine from top to bottom. Marv’s ground level fall may have caused a coup-contrecoup injury, where the brain rocks about the skull cavity and causes bleeding in both the front and back of the brain. These types of injuries can have long-term effects on a person’s cognitive and physical abilities.

Concerns for Visual Field and Further Testing

The writer expresses concern about the characters’ visual field and recommends further testing. This is because head injuries can often cause vision problems or even blindness. It is important to address these issues promptly to prevent further damage.

Other Injuries Sustained by Harry and Marv

In addition to the falls, the characters also suffer from head injuries, whiplash, and potential rib and spinal fractures. Harry has a burn on his head, which has been treated with glue and feathers, making wound care difficult. Marv steps on broken Christmas ornaments, causing pain and difficulty in removing the glass. The pellet injury sustained by Harry and Marv is mostly superficial. However, the crowbar injury sustained by Marv causes damage to his upper abdomen and possibly ribs or sternum.

Conclusion

Injuries sustained by characters in movies may seem comical or exaggerated, but they can have serious consequences in real life. Trauma surgeon Annie Onishi’s analysis of the injuries sustained by Harry and Marv in the Home Alone movie series highlights the importance of prompt medical attention and further testing to prevent long-term damage. It is important to take all injuries seriously and seek medical attention when necessary.