Hand Infections

Hand infections.

Hand infections are commonly seen by orthopedic surgeons as well as emergency room and primary care physicians. Identifying the cause of the infection and initiating prompt and appropriate medical or surgical treatment can prevent substantial morbidity. The most common bacteria implicated in hand infections remain Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus species. Methicillin-resistant S aureus i...

Infections of the hand.

Infections of the Hand

The unique anatomic arrangements in the hand make possible rapid extension of infections through synovial-lined spaces if abscesses are not drained and pressure is allowed to build up. Adequate knowledge of these anatomic features and of routes for surgical drainage is mandatory if one is to give adequate management of hand infections. Localized processes, such as paronychia, felon, and human b...

Current concepts in hand infections

Hand infections are common occurrences, usually resulting from an injury, that when left untreated can quickly lead to tissue destruction and loss of function or permanent disability. Infections may be categorized anatomically: superficial, involving the tendon and tendon sheath, involving joint or bone, or affecting the deep spaces of the hand. Infections may be caused by different microorgani...

Hand infections: a retrospective analysis

Purpose. Hand infections are common, usually resulting from an untreated injury. In this retrospective study, we report on hand infection cases needing surgical drainage in order to assess patient demographics, causation of infection, clinical course, and clinical management. Methods. Medical records of patients presenting with hand infections, excluding post-surgical infections, treated with i...