Toxic shock syndrome complicating surgery of the hand.
An unusual wound manifestation associated with toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is reported. The patient fulfilled all four major criteria for TSS and demonstrated involvement of the gastrointestinal, muscular, and renal systems. Rapid resolution of the symptoms was associated with wound drainage, fluid therapy, steroids, and broad spectrum antibiotic coverage.
Orthopedic Department, Naval Hospital Portsmouth, Va.
M J
MJ
Grayson
M J
MJ
Saldana
D000328:Adult; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012772:Shock, Septic / Q000209:etiology*; D013530:Surgical Wound Infection / Q000209:etiology*; D013708:Tendon Injuries; D013710:Tendons / Q000601:surgery