Acute hand infections are often caused by puncture wounds and are generally classified into
superficial or deep infections. Superficial infections occur in the skin and subcutaneous …

The anatomy of the wrist and hand is complex and contains numerous small structures.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is often an ideal imaging modality in the assessment of …

Tendon disorders commonly cause hand and wrist disability and curtail the performance of
work‐related duties or routine tasks. Imaging is often needed for diagnosis, but it requires …

Background Little guidance is currently available for standardized diagnostic protocols and
therapeutic recommendations for bone and joint infections (BJIs) of the hand. Objectives To …

Multiple approaches have been described for debridement and irrigation (eg, closed sheath
irrigation, open midaxial incision); the surgeon must use judgment to balance adequate …

Soft tissue infections encompass a diverse group of diseases with a broad spectrum of
morbidity and mortality, ranging from uncomplicated cellulitis to necrotizing fasciitis (NF). 1 …

Tendon injuries represent the second most common injury of the hand (after fractures) and
are a common scanning indication in radiology. Pulley injuries are very frequent in rock …

The human hand is the most exposed part of the body to highest risk for injuries, loss of the
skin integrity, and to the inoculation of bacteria, most commonly Staphylococcus aureus …

Septic arthritis of the hand is a serious disease that often results in dysfunction of the joint or
even the need to perform amputation of the finger. They rank second in the frequency of …

Background The tendons of the hand run in close proximity to each other and within
retinacular tunnels adjacent to articular joints, while forming intersections in characteristic …