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Cutaneous Microembolism of Fingers and Toes

A macro vascular embolism is a well-known emergency. In contrast, cutaneous microembolism is a lesser known symptom. However, cutaneous microembolism of fingers and toes is a red flag symptom for vascular emergencies. The underlying cause may involve infectious, immunological, metabolic and physical...

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Autores principales: Wollina, Uwe, Koch, André, Heinig, Birgit, Tchernev, Georgi, Lotti, Torello
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Republic of Macedonia 2018
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5816294/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29484019
http://dx.doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2018.025
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Sumario:A macro vascular embolism is a well-known emergency. In contrast, cutaneous microembolism is a lesser known symptom. However, cutaneous microembolism of fingers and toes is a red flag symptom for vascular emergencies. The underlying cause may involve infectious, immunological, metabolic and physical disorders, coagulation disorders and malignancies. Early recognition can help to live safe.