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Wringer washer injuries in children.

E B Cabbabe, S W Korock

    Annals of Plastic Surgery
    |February 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    Wringer washer injuries remain a global concern, affecting children with diverse injuries from abrasions to limb loss. Management focuses on elevation and observation, avoiding compression dressings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Traumatology
    • Consumer Product Safety

    Background:

    • Wringer washers continue to cause significant injuries worldwide.
    • Data from manufacturers and a review of existing literature are presented.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze pediatric injuries associated with wringer washers.
    • To present a series of 104 cases treated between 1970 and 1980.
    • To outline recommended management strategies.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of medical literature on wringer washer injuries.
    • Retrospective analysis of 104 pediatric cases from a single institution.
    • Data compilation on injury types and severity.

    Main Results:

    • A wide spectrum of injuries was observed, including skin abrasions, skeletal damage, nerve injuries, and tendon damage.
    • Severe outcomes such as limb loss were encountered.
    • The study highlights the frequency of these preventable injuries in children.

    Conclusions:

    • Management should prioritize elevation and close observation.
    • Compression dressings are not recommended for wringer washer injuries.
    • Continued vigilance and preventative measures are necessary to reduce these incidents.

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