Saint Anthony's fire or carpal tunnel syndrome? (a case of iatrogenic ergotism).
A case of unilateral upper limb ischaemia from ergot overdosage is presented. An unusual feature was a median nerve neuropathy suggestive of carpal tunnel syndrome. The arteriographic appearances are demonstrated and management discussed.
D000328:Adult; D001366:Axillary Artery / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D001916:Brachial Artery / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D002349:Carpal Tunnel Syndrome / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D004878:Ergotamine / Q000009:adverse effects; D004881:Ergotism / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007049:Iatrogenic Disease; D011859:Radiography; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000150:complications*
D004878:Ergotamine