P093 Algodystrophy in children: a case report
Abstract Background Algodystrophy is an entity very often unrecognized by pediatricians. The evolution is readily dragging and disabling in the absence of early and coordinated care. The Objective: Based on a case observed in a 10-year-old boy, the authors recall the main characteristics of the syndrome, guiding the practitioner to make the diagnosis, and implement appropriate and early therapy. Observation A 10-year-old boy with no previous medical history, presenting with neuropathic-like pain in the wrist and the hand that started a month ago without any triggers. Clinical exam noted functional impotence, a whole limb tremor, hyperesthesia as well as allodynia. The patient's hand is swollen and warm with a claw-like appearance. The rest of the body exam is normal. The laboratory markers and x-rays of the whole limb are normal. Bone scintigraphy confirms the diagnosis of wrist algodystrophy. The treatment combining corticosteroids, functional rehabilitation, and psychotherapy allowed a favorable outcome with no sequelae. Conclusion The diagnosis of algodystrophy remains too often unrecognized, and its management is sometimes inadequate. Early diagnosis and treatment improve the prognosis.