A Rare Case Report of Constriction Band Syndrome at the Wrist in a Child (Dhaga Syndrome)

Abstract

ABSTRACT There are instances when elastic/thread bands are worn on the wrist, especially in infants or children in certain communities for either decorative or religious purposes. In case, it is worn for a long time, it burrows through the skin and soft tissues while going completely un-noticed, causing constriction and resulting in distal edema and loco-regional infection. The rare case discussed here is of a 3 years old female child who presented with circumferential constriction, swelling, and discharging sinuses around the right wrist for 7 months. The case was diagnosed on MRI and subsequently successfully managed surgically. The clinico-radiologic features and details of the case are discussed herein.