High-Pressure Hand Injection Injury Case Report

High-pressure injection injuries present to trauma centers a few times each year, typically involving the patient's non-dominant hand.1–6 Symptoms may include progressive pain, numbness, swelling of the affected area, and decreased range of motion.2,6–8 These injuries are important to recognize because the initial injury can involve damage to ligaments, tendons, and neurovascular structures.1–5 Pressure increases, from the injected material and subsequent tissue swelling, can result in vascular injury and compartment syndrome.1,2,5 Antibiotics and prompt surgical evaluation are vital because high-pressure injection injuries are considered a surgical emergency.1,2,7–9 TOPICS: High-pressure injection injuries, hand injuries, orthopedics