Hair Tourniquet Syndrome

    September 2010 in “ Annals of saudi medicine/Annals of Saudi medicine ”
    Yunsur Çevik, Cemil Kavalcı
    TLDR Hair tourniquet syndrome is a rare condition where hair wraps around an infant's body part, needing quick removal to prevent damage.
    Hair tourniquet syndrome is a rare but serious condition where hair or fibers wrap tightly around an infant's fingers, toes, or genitals, causing swelling and potential tissue damage. A case involving a 4-month-old girl with hair wrapped around her toes was resolved quickly with hair removal, leading to rapid healing without tissue necrosis. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent severe outcomes like tissue necrosis or autoamputation. Parents should regularly check their infants for entangled hairs, especially if experiencing postpartum hair loss.
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