Nicolau Syndrome following Diclofenac Injection in an Emergency Department
Journal of The Korean Society of Clinical Toxicology
;
: 101-104, 2011.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-20125
ABSTRACT
Nicolau syndrome is a rare adverse reaction at the site of an intramuscular injection, and is characterized by severe pain immediately after the injection and rapid development of distinct skin lesions. As this syndrome is rare, it may be overlooked at the early clinical phase and subsequently, clinical outcomes may be worse due to delay in treatment. We report on a female who developed Nicolau syndrome following intramuscular diclofenac injection, which required surgical reconstruction. Understanding the characteristics of Nicolau syndrome and careful surveillance for relevant clinical features may help physicians to more quickly diagnose and treat this condition.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Skin
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Diclofenac
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Soft Tissue Injuries
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Emergencies
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Injections, Intramuscular
Limits:
Female
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of The Korean Society of Clinical Toxicology
Year:
2011
Type:
Article
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