Foreign body in arm

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

History of thorn injury to anterior aspect of arm 3-4 hours earlier.

Patient Data

Age: 40 years
Gender: Male
ultrasound

Linear echogenic subcutaneous foreign body in region of interest, measuring 15 x 1.5 mm, deep and perpendicular to to non-thrombosed subcutaneous vein. No hypoechoic granulation tissue.

Case Discussion

Findings favor foreign body (thorn) in subcutaneous plane of arm. Surgically removed few hours later.

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