Annular Constrictions of the Digits

Wells, Travis L.; Robinson, R. C. V.

doi:10.1001/archderm.1952.01530300025002

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“…In 1952, these constricting bands were further categorized by Wells et al . according to the following designations: ainhum, congenital bands, ainhum‐like bands associated with other disease, and bands secondary to trauma 3 . Wells et al .…”

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“…according to the following designations: ainhum, congenital bands, ainhum-like bands associated with other disease, and bands secondary to trauma. 3 Wells et al . also noted the importance of carefully distinguishing ainhum from the other categories, and he highlighted multiple reports of misclassified 'ainhum' that did not adhere to the classically defined term.…”

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Destructive deformation of the digits with auto‐amputation: a review of pseudo‐ainhum

Rashid

Cowan

Abbasi

et al. 2007

Acad Dermatol Venereol

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Pseudo-ainhum is an auto-amputation of the digits. Although extremely rare, it is a traumatic and painful experience that can be alleviated with early recognition and intervention. The scientific literature is filled with reports of this interesting but unfortunate phenomenon. To date, a firm causative aetiology has not yet been established. Although reports on this phenomenon have attempted to further our understanding of pseudo-ainhum, a clear understanding has been complicated by the interchangeable use of terms describing this auto-amputation. In this review, we discuss the current understanding, diagnostic criteria, and management of pseudo-ainhum. Furthermore, the nomenclature of pseudo-ainhum is clarified. Ideally, this will allow for more efficient exploration of pseudo-ainhum, its causes, and therapeutic approaches.

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Section: Introduction: History and Nomenclaturementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introduction: History and Nomenclaturementioning

confidence: 99%