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John Chandran1, William Weber1
1Department of Emergency Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, 1653 W Congress Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60612, USA.
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine
|June 7, 2024
Summary
This case report details the successful removal of infected hand dermal piercings causing pain. A simple procedure involving local anesthesia and a small incision allowed for safe removal, minimizing tissue damage.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Emergency Medicine
- Surgical Procedures
Background:
- Dermal piercings are a form of body modification.
- Complications such as infection and pain can arise from dermal piercings.
- Patients may seek emergency department (ED) intervention for management of problematic piercings.
Observation:
- A patient presented to the ED with infected hand dermal piercings causing significant pain.
- The dermal anchors were used to secure body jewelry.
- The patient requested removal of the piercings.
Findings:
- A straightforward technique for removing hand dermal piercings was employed.
- The procedure involved local anesthesia and a small linear incision at the stud base.
- Gentle removal of the dermal anchor using a hemostat was successful.
- The method effectively managed the infected piercings and alleviated patient pain.
Implications:
- This technique offers a simple and effective method for removing dermal anchors in an emergency setting.
- Minimizing tissue damage during removal is crucial for patient outcomes.
- This approach can be valuable for emergency department physicians managing body modification complications.
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