Demographics:
13 years old, Female
Indication:
Concern for foreign body
Findings
- Linear echogenic foreign body in the palmar aspect of the index finger measuring 10 mm in length and 1 mm in width, with the superficial aspect located 2 mm deep to the skin surface
- Surrounding soft tissue edema and hyperemia
Diagnosis
Soft tissue foreign body (wood splinter)
Sample Report
Linear echogenic foreign body in the palmar aspect of the index finger measuring 10 mm in length and 1 mm in width, with the superficial aspect located 2 mm deep to the skin surface.
Surrounding soft tissue edema and hyperemia, which may be reactive or related to cellulitis.
Discussion