Gangrenous streptococcal cellulitis of the hand

Annales De Chirurgie De La Main : Organe Officiel Des Sociétés De Chirurgie De La Main
P FourrierE de Boissy

Abstract

The authors report three cases of streptococcal cellulitis of the hand with gangrene. The severity of this disease is underlined. Occasionally, segmentary amputation may be necessary. Onset of gangrene may be explained by a double mechanism : streptococcal infection may induce vasculitis obliterans of the regional vessels, extensive edema with ecchymosis may be a factor of segmental compression. Treatment should include excision of the entrance door, antibiotherapy and fasciotomy as needed.

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