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Tissue necrosis following extravasation of acyclovir in an adolescent: A case report.
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Acta medica academica [Acta Med Acad] 2017 May; Vol. 46 (1), pp. 55-58. - Publication Year :
- 2017
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Abstract
- Objective: Extravasation of intravenously infused vesicant solutions is a common problem in medical practice, which can lead to severe and progressive tissue dysfunction, ranging from persistent tissue oedema and fibrosis to delayed tissue necrosis. Acyclovir is a known vesicant medication administrated in paediatric patients, which appears to irritate venous and soft tissue if extravasated.<br />Case Report: We present the first case involving the extravasation of intravenously infused acyclovir in a female adolescent patient, which caused tissue necrosis and left behind a residual scar lesion. Nursing and medical staff should be aware of the potential dermatological side effects of intravenously infused acyclovir and other medications, even a long time after infusion, and the possible lack of initial local symptoms and signs.<br />Conclusion: Early recognition of extravasation and prompt management are critical in preventing further morbidity, and optimizing outcomes.<br /> (Copyright © 2017 by Academy of Sciences and Arts of Bosnia and Herzegovina.)
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1840-2879
- Volume :
- 46
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- MEDLINE
- Journal :
- Acta medica academica
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 28605929
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.5644/ama2006-124.187