title: Reflex sympathetic dystrophy linked to venipuncture: a case report.
abstract: A case of reflex sympathetic dystrophy following routine venipuncture is presented. This syndrome is characterized by pain, stiffness, and dysfunction of an extremity in response to a minor injury, and may lead to loss of the involved limb. The syndrome is poorly understood and often misdiagnosed. Early recognition and intensive physical therapy are most important in treating this disorder.
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, College of Dental Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston 29425.
authors.forename: T R
authors.initials: TR
authors.lastname: Brock
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000766:Anesthesia, Dental / Q000009:adverse effects; D000771:Anesthesia, Intravenous / Q000009:adverse effects; D001815:Bloodletting / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D012019:Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy / Q000209:etiology*