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- A case is presented of a 27-year-old woman with a fear of needles who suffered a C2 Hangman's fracture after fainting during a blood draw.
- She was treated with a halo vest and successfully recovered without lasting pain or neurological issues.
- The report emphasizes the need for healthcare providers to recognize needle phobia in patients to avoid injuries during such procedures and improve overall patient care.
Article Abstract
Injuries to the cervical spine following phlebotomy have not been reported in the literature. Herein, we report the case of a 27-year-old lady with major depressive disorder and trypanophobia who experienced a syncopal episode during a blood test, resulting in a C2 Hangman's fracture. After the application of a halo vest, she recovered without any long-term pain or neurological impairments. The concept of needle phobia is important for healthcare professionals to understand, since patients' fear of needles can lead to detrimental injuries during panic attacks. Greater attention should be paid to alleviate this fear, with the ultimate goals of improving health and preventing unwanted injuries following phlebotomy.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11464132 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.51866/cr.313 | DOI Listing |
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