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[Surgical therapy for hand infections. Part I]
1Klinik für Plastische, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Zentrum für Schwerstbrandverletzte der Medizinischen Hochschule Hannover. kall.susanne@mh-hannover.de
Summary
Hand infections, often post-traumatic, are caused by common bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus. Treatment involves surgery, antibiotics, and physiotherapy, with specific therapies for bite wounds and antibiotic resistance being key.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Hand Surgery
- Microbiology
Context:
- The hand's anatomy and function make it vulnerable to infections, frequently resulting from trauma.
- Common pathogens include Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus, Pasteurella species, and Eikenella corrodens, particularly from bite wounds.
Purpose:
- To review the etiology, diagnosis, and management principles of hand infections.
- To highlight the importance of pathogen-specific antimicrobial therapy and surgical intervention.
Summary:
- Hand infections are primarily post-traumatic, involving pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus.
- Bite wounds necessitate specific antibiotic treatment (beta-lactam antibiotics with beta-lactamase inhibitors).
- Therapy integrates surgical treatment, appropriate antimicrobial agents, and early physiotherapy, considering antibiotic resistance.
Impact:
- Informed clinical decision-making for effective hand infection management.
- Improved patient outcomes through targeted treatment strategies.
- Awareness of emerging antibiotic resistance patterns in hand infections.