Cutaneous manifestations of phosphate solution extravasation. (30th October 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Verykiou, S.; Aljefri, K.; Gopee, H.; Taheri, L.; Charlton, F.; Langtry, J. A.; Blasdale, C.
• Is Part Of: Clinical and experimental dermatology. Volume 43:Number 1(2018)
• Page Start: 42
• Page End: 45
• Publication Date: 2017-10-30
• Subjects: Skin -- Diseases -- Periodicals; 616.5
• DOI: 10.1111/ced.13233
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0307-6938

Abstract

Summary: Extravasation injuries are common in patients receiving multiple intravenous infusions. Although such injuries are closely associated with the infusion of cytotoxic chemotherapy, they have also been been associated with extravasation of noncytotoxic drugs. Extravasation injuries can lead to skin ulceration and nerve and tendon damage, and therefore to permanent disability. We report three cases of phosphate solution extravasation leading to unusual cutaneous manifestations.