A Case of the Blue Finger - Achenbach Syndrome

R I Med J (2013). 2020 Dec 1;103(10):27-28.

Abstract

Achenbach Syndrome is a self-limiting, benign condition that causes paroxysmal atraumatic hematomas in the volar aspects of fingers.1 It may be associated with burning, swelling, numbness, painful movement of hand joints, or a tingling sensation, often resembling serious vascular diseases that leads to extensive diagnostic testing. Despite the sometimes intriguing clinical picture, Achenbach Syndrome is self-resolving, and does not require diagnostic testing or treatment. We describe a case of Achenbach syndrome in a 77- year-old patient.

Keywords: Achenbach; finger hematoma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Fingers*
  • Hematoma* / diagnosis
  • Humans
  • Pain
  • Syndrome