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Area of Science:

  • Toxicology
  • Dermatology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Hydrofluoric acid (HF) is a highly corrosive chemical used in industrial applications.
  • HF exposure can cause severe, deep-tissue burns that may not be immediately apparent.
  • Delayed presentation of HF burns can lead to significant morbidity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the delayed and severe presentation of hydrofluoric acid burns.
  • To emphasize the importance of prompt diagnosis and treatment of HF exposure.
  • To underscore the significance of "pain out of proportion to exam" as a critical clinical sign.

Main Methods:

  • Case report of a 37-year-old male with hydrofluoric acid burns to the upper extremities.
  • Description of initial presentation, evolving burn characteristics, and emergency department management.
  • Review of treatment protocols including topical, intradermal, and intravenous therapies, and subsequent burn center care.

Main Results:

  • Initial superficial-appearing burns evolved into significant partial-thickness tissue destruction and ulceration.
  • Patient required aggressive medical intervention, including calcium therapy, to manage the chemical burn.
  • Nonoperative management resulted in an uneventful recovery with full functional retention.

Conclusions:

  • Hydrofluoric acid burns necessitate immediate calcium treatment to counteract the fluoride ion's systemic and local effects.
  • The "pain out of proportion to exam" finding warrants aggressive diagnostic and therapeutic measures in the emergency setting.
  • Early recognition and specialized management are vital for optimal outcomes in hydrofluoric acid burn cases.