Hand deep space infection
Background
Wrist and hand deeper palmar dissection
- Volar surface contains potential deep spaces that may become infected
- Dorsal aspect contains the veins and lymphatics; will always swell whenever there is an inflammatory process
Clinical Features
- Tenderness, induration, or fluctuance over volar aspect of hand
- Pain with range of motion of digits
Differential Diagnosis
Management
- Parenteral antibiotics
- Hand surgeon consult
See Also
- Hand Infection
References
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