Case Report

Toe Hair-Thread Tourniquet Syndrome

Authors: Çaĝdaş Ünlü MD, Udo Gundlach MD, Bart C. Vrouenraets MD, PhD

Abstract

Abstract:A 5-month-old boy presented with swelling and discoloration of the right third toe because of hair-thread tourniquet syndrome. This was treated by urgent surgical release of the constricting band, with a successful outcome. The authors stress the importance of recognizing this rare condition and of prompt, complete, surgical release.

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