Abstract:Introduction: Infectious extensor tenosynovitis is a rare infection spreading along the extensor tendons of the extremities. It presents a diagnostic challenge in the emergency department (ED) given the nonspecific signs and symptoms, as opposed to the more common flexor tenosynovitis that is diagnosed by the classic Kanavel signs on physical exam. Case Report: Here we present a case of bilateral extensor tenosynovitis in a 52-year-old female denying past medical history who presented to the ED with t… Show more
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