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Hand infections.

M R Hausman1, S P Lisser

  • 1Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, New York.

The Orthopedic Clinics of North America
|January 1, 1992
PubMed
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This review details a practical approach to diagnosing and treating common hand infections, emphasizing anatomy, microbiology, and patient factors for optimal outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Hand surgery
  • Infectious diseases
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Hand infections are common and require prompt management.
  • Understanding hand anatomy and microbiology is crucial for effective treatment.
  • Patient-specific factors can influence treatment strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnosis and treatment of common hand infections.
  • To present a practical, anatomy-based approach to managing these infections.
  • To highlight the importance of considering microbiology and patient conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on hand infections.
  • Emphasis on anatomical compartments of the hand.
  • Consideration of common microbial pathogens and their resistance patterns.

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  • Integration of patient-specific factors into treatment planning.

    • Main Results:

    • A structured approach to diagnosis and treatment is presented.
    • Key anatomical spaces and their associated infections are identified.
    • Microbiological data guides antibiotic selection.
    • Treatment is tailored based on infection severity and patient comorbidities.

    Conclusions:

    • Prompt and accurate diagnosis is essential for successful hand infection management.
    • Anatomy-guided treatment, considering microbiology and patient factors, leads to optimal outcomes.
    • Comprehensive rehabilitation is critical for restoring hand function.