Accidental high-pressure injection-gun injuries of the hand; the role of the emergency radiologic examination.
High-pressure injection-gun injuries of the hand are serious accidents and constitute a surgical emergency. Radiography is an important part of the pre-operative evaluation. Without adequate films, it is frequently impossible to estimate the extent of underlying trauma. It is imperative that physicians who initially care for injection-gun accident patients be aware of the unique features of these injuries. Delay in the institution of adequate therapy may result in needless and permanent disability.
D000062:Accidents, Occupational; D000328:Adult; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D009787:Occupational Medicine; D010150:Paint; D011312:Pressure; D011859:Radiography