Postoperative Pyoderma Gangrenosum Following Carpal Tunnel Surgery: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

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EDEK Y. C., TEMİRKAYNAK M. K., TEMEL B., URGANCI M., ÖĞÜT B., ADIŞEN E.

CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE, vol.16, no.2, 2024 (ESCI)

• Publication Type: Article / Review
• Volume: 16 Issue: 2
• Publication Date: 2024
• Doi Number: 10.7759/cureus.54590
• Journal Name: CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
• Journal Indexes: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI)
• Gazi University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) is a neutrophilic dermatosis characterized by painful ulcerated lesions. Postoperative PG, which typically begins with erythema and severe pain within two weeks after surgery, progresses into ulcerated lesions. It is often misdiagnosed as it resembles necrotizing skin infections, resulting in delayed treatment. Cases of postoperative PG located in the upper extremity are uncommon. In this case report, we discuss a male patient who developed postoperative PG after carpal tunnel surgery.