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    Glossary Hair Tourniquet Syndrome

    strand of hair tightly wraps around body part, cutting circulation

    Hair Tourniquet Syndrome, also known simply as a hair tourniquet, occurs when a strand of hair or thread tightly wraps around a body part, typically a toe, finger, or genitalia, cutting off circulation. This can lead to pain, swelling, and potentially serious complications if not promptly addressed, as the constriction can damage tissues and nerves.

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      Toe Tourniquet Syndrome in Association With Maternal Hair Loss

      research Toe Tourniquet Syndrome in Association With Maternal Hair Loss

      45 citations , March 2003 in “Pediatrics”
      This case report describes the first known association between maternal telogen effluvium and hair-thread tourniquet syndrome in infants, suggesting that informing new parents about hair loss may prevent toe tourniquet syndrome.

      research Toe-tourniquet syndrome: a diagnostic dilemma!

      22 citations , July 2006 in “Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England”
      This case report aims to raise physician awareness about 'toe-tourniquet' syndrome, which can lead to digit loss if not promptly treated, and to prevent its misdiagnosis as child abuse.
      Hair Tourniquet Syndrome of the Toe: Report of Two New Cases

      research Hair Tourniquet Syndrome of the Toe: Report of 2 New Cases

      17 citations , December 2009 in “Journal of Pediatric Orthopaedics”
      This report describes two cases of toe tourniquet syndrome in infants, highlighting the importance for pediatric orthopedic practitioners to diagnose and manage it promptly, suggesting a specific incision method to release hair strangulation if removal is challenging.