Achenbach syndrome as a rare cause of painful, blue finger

Autor: DO Robert Acho, DO Haley Lehman, Sachinder Singh Hans
Rok vydání: 2021
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Zdroj: Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases and Innovative Techniques
Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases and Innovative Techniques, Vol 7, Iss 3, Pp 589-592 (2021)
ISSN: 2468-4287
Popis: Paroxysmal finger hematoma, also known as Achenbach syndrome, is an underdiagnosed condition that causes apprehension in patients owing to the alarming appearance. It usually presents as a blue-purple discoloration of the volar aspect of one or more digits and can be associated with pain and paresthesia. This condition is benign and is usually self-limiting.
Databáze: OpenAIRE