Foreign body injuries of the hand.
Retained foreign bodies and puncture wounds are common injuries to the hand. A detailed history and physical examination prior to treatment are essential. If surgical removal of a foreign body or surgical exploration of a puncture wound is decided upon, it must be performed under adequate anesthesia and tourniquet control.
D004630:Emergencies; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000601:surgery*; D005898:Glass; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008670:Metals; D010808:Physical Examination; D014934:Wood; D014950:Wounds, Penetrating / Q000150:complications
D008670:Metals