| Pachydermodactyly from repetitive motion in poultry processing workers: a report of 2 cases. | |
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PMID: 22911188 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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BACKGROUND Pachydermodactyly is a rare, benign, acquired form of digital fibromatosis. The etiology of pachydermodactyly is unknown but is believed to be due to repeated mechanical injury of the skin. We report 2 cases identified in poultry processing workers and review other conditions associated with these cutaneous findings. OBSERVATIONS The 2 workers in this report were employed as a chicken catcher and a chicken hanger. On examination, both workers had marked lateral thickening of the digits, with associated pain and pruritus. The workers' skin condition developed despite the use of protective gloves, and their symptoms improved when removed from work. However, the swelling due to fibromatosis persisted. CONCLUSIONS Similar cutaneous findings have been reported in other occupations exposing individuals to repetitive skin trauma, and many patients demonstrating a compulsive habit of hand manipulation. This supports the conclusion that pachydermodactyly in these patients reflects repeated skin trauma. Repetitive mechanical injury in the poultry processing environment can result in considerable compensatory tissue changes. Preventive measures are needed to protect workers. |
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Matthew J Sagransky; Rita O Pichardo-Geisinger; Diana Muñoz-Ali; Steven R Feldman; Dana C Mora; Sara A Quandt |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: Archives of dermatology Volume: 148 ISSN: 1538-3652 ISO Abbreviation: Arch Dermatol Publication Date: 2012 Aug |
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Created Date: 2012-08-22 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 0372433 Medline TA: Arch Dermatol Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 925-8 Citation Subset: AIM; IM |
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