What is a characteristic of a low-velocity, low-caliber gunshot wound in the abdomen?

A low-velocity, low-caliber gunshot wound in the abdomen typically creates a small entrance wound. This is primarily due to the nature of how these types of firearms operate. Low-velocity, low-caliber rounds are designed to travel at slower speeds and impart lower energy upon impact compared to high-velocity rounds. As a result, the size of the entrance wound tends to be smaller because the bullet does not disrupt a large volume of tissue upon entry.

Additionally, the characteristics of such wounds often include less extensive tissue damage, as the lower energy of the round results in more localized injury. Larger entrance wounds are more commonly associated with high-velocity or larger caliber bullets that cause extensive disruption of soft tissue and create substantial cavitation effects. The visibility of the wound can vary, but a small entrance wound is more representative of low-velocity impacts.