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E D Newman1, T M Harrington, D Torretti

  • 1Department of Rheumatology and Orthopaedics, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Pa 17822.

The Journal of Hand Surgery
|September 1, 1989
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Suppurative tenosynovitis, a rare infection, typically affects flexor tendons. This case highlights extensor tendon involvement due to Staphylococcus aureus, emphasizing early diagnosis to prevent complications.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Bacteriology

Background:

  • Suppurative tenosynovitis is an uncommon infection, predominantly seen in flexor tendon sheaths following trauma.
  • Staphylococcus aureus is a common pathogen, but extensor tendon sheath infections are rare.

Observation:

  • A systemically ill female patient presented with an unusual case of suppurative tenosynovitis.
  • The infection involved the extensor tendons, a site rarely affected by this condition.

Findings:

  • The causative agent was identified as Staphylococcus aureus.
  • This case represents a rare presentation of suppurative tenosynovitis in the extensor tendon sheath.

Implications:

  • Early recognition of extensor tendon suppurative tenosynovitis is crucial for prompt treatment.

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  • Timely diagnosis and intervention can prevent significant morbidity associated with this rare infection.