Hydrofluoric Acid burns of the hand

Hydrofluoride burns of the hand are evaluated from physiologic and treatment aspects, and two case reports are presented. An uncommon complication of hydrofluoric acid burns of the hand is presented as reflex sympathetic dystrophy. Initial treatment of hydrofluoric acid burns of the hand involves debridement of the burn and calcium gluconate injections locally into the area. Burns involving the nail bed frequently necessitate removal of the nail for proper treatment.