Degloving injury: What is degloving

What is degloving? Degloving occurs when a part of the skin, with or without the underlying soft tissue, becomes wholly or partially detached from the body , like a glove stripped off a hand. A degloving injury can be life-threatening and needs to be treated as soon as possible. Avulsion of skin from the hand or fingers is an injury that has a dramatic presentation. The entire musculo-skeletal unit of the finger is intact, and the patient can often move the parts of his naked hand quite normally. Degloving is a type of soft-tissue injury that tears away the skin and subcutaneous tissue from the underlying structures. Learn about the mechanisms, symptoms, diagnosis and management of degloving and closed internal degloving (Morel-Lavallée lesion). Introduction Degloving soft tissue injuries (DSTIs) represent complex and often devastating traumas that pose significant challenges to both patients and healthcare providers alike. These injuries occur when a substantial portion of the skin and subcutaneous tissue is forcibly separated from the underlying fascia and muscles [1]. Understanding the nature of degloving injuries , distinguishing between open and closed variants, determining the mechanism behind these injuries , and being aware of ...