High-pressure injection injuries of the hand.

Luber, Kurre T; Rehm, Jason P; Freeland, Alan E · Orthopedics · 2005

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

While often innocuous at presentation, high-pressure injection injuries can lead to devastating consequences. Stiffness, chronic pain, infection, and even amputation can occur, with amputation rates ranging between 16% and 48%. Early surgical decompression and debridement are the cornerstones of treatment.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy