TY - JOUR PY - 1999// TI - Unusual presentation of a ring injury in a psychiatric patient JO - Journal of psychosocial nursing and mental health services A1 - Balakrishnan, C. A1 - Nyitray, J. SP - 37 EP - 38 VL - 37 IS - 12 N2 - 1. A ring embedded in the digits may result in erosion of the skin, tendons, and bones. 2. This type of injury may be prevented by removing the ring at the time of the injury. 3. All constricting bands should be carefully monitered and, if necessary, removed from fingers to prevent chronic erosion especially in people with a physical or mental disability.

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