Citation

Kauther MD, Wedemeyer C, Lendemans S, Hussmann B, Waydhas C, Jäger M. Sportverletz Sportschaden 2013; 27(3): 177-179.

Vernacular Title

Der Stachelrochenstich - eine harmlose Wellenreitverletzung?

Affiliation

Klinik für Unfallchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Essen.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, Georg Thieme Verlag)

DOI

10.1055/s-0033-1335854

PMID

23784807

Abstract

Background: Stingray injuries with potentially lethal outcomes have been described in the medical literature, but a stingray injury to a surfer does not belong to the injuries treated daily in Germany.Patients: We report on a stingray injury to a 31-year-old female with an uncommon course.Results: Diagnostics of and therapy for stingray injuries are described.Conclusion: Stingray stings are painful injuries. In addition to the pain-relieving heat deactivation of the stingray toxin, the wound has to be cleaned to avoid secondary infection. Non-radiopaque foreign bodies should be ruled out by MRI. Stingray bites can cause severe injuries to water sportsmen and women with the need for surgical intervention.

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