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Crush injury
Definition:

This injury occurs when a body part is subjected to a high degree of force or pressure, usually after being squeezed between two heavy or immobile objects. Damage related to crush injury can include: laceration (open wound), fracture, bleeding, bruising, compartment syndrome, and others.

See information on smashed fingers. Also, see information related to the part of the body involved in the crush injury and the discussion of wounds.
Review Date: 2/18/2002
Reviewed By: Todd Severson, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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