Yes, tetanus can be deadly, even with prompt medical attention. About one in 10 people who contract tetanus will die. The extremely serious and potentially lethal complications of tetanus include:
Always seek medical advice for dirty wounds or if the skin has been penetrated or punctured with an object where contamination is a possibility. The best way to reduce the risk of tetanus is to keep up to date with your vaccinations.
3. Victoria State Government – Better Health Channel. Tetanus. Available at: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/HealthyLiving/tetanus (accessed 08 March 2022).
MAT-AU-2200366 Date of preparation March 2022
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