Vascular injuries of the upper extremity.
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Following a few basic principles will help the industrial physician in managing hand infections. They are: (1) recognizing the infection early; (2) drainage and/or debridement; (3) identifying the organism; and (4) antibiotics. Following the course of a wound is extremely important. The infected wound that does not respond to surgery and antibiotics may need to be re-explored and cultured again. The wound that heals well without antibiotics or on the wrong antibiotic may be left alone. That is, antibiotics can be withheld or stopped.
In preparation for forthcoming chapters, the reader is offered a clear and thorough discussion of the anatomy of the hand, with important tips for examination and diagnosis.
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Seemingly minor hand infections can have devastating consequences. The occupational health professional must be capable of early recognition and prompt intervention to avoid permanent sequelae to the patient.