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Revista Clínica de Medicina de Familia
versión On-line ISSN 2386-8201versión impresa ISSN 1699-695X
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GARCIA RIOJA, Yovana. Accidental injection of adrenaline into a finger. Rev Clin Med Fam [online]. 2018, vol.11, n.1, pp.25-27. ISSN 2386-8201.
We present the case of an accidental injection of adrenaline into a digital finger in health personnel, solved by immersion of the finger in warm water and topical application of nitroglycerine ointment. Most common symptoms are local pain, pallor and coldness, although some cases may present serious complications due to severe vasoconstriction, such as ischemic necrosis, which requires more aggressive treatments, including administration of phentolamine.
The increased use of adrenaline auto-injectors for the treatment of severe anaphylactic reactions has caused an increasing incidence of accidental injection from these devices. It is therefore advisable that Primary Care and Emergency Department professionals are knowledgeable about the management of these situation.
Palabras clave : Finger Injuries; Epinephrine; Ischemia.