Airless paint-gun injuries of the hand: a report of three cases.
Three patients were treated for airless paint-gun injuries. High-pressure paint-guns have been used by commercial painters for 20 years. The causes of the inflammation are discussed. The importance of early surgical treatment is stressed. This treatment should consist of exploration and complete excision of contaminated tissue. A satisfactory result can be obtained in most cases.
D000328:Adult; D001469:Barotrauma / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010150:Paint