Cutaneous loxoscelism in a digital extremity: surgical approach with a polypropylene prosthesis via the Figueiredo technique

Loxoscelism is caused by the bite of a spider of the genus Loxosceles and can result in severe skin lesions. This report describes a case of cutaneous loxoscelism in a young patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus who underwent surgical debridement and coverage with a polypropylene prosthesis using the Figueiredo technique after administration of antiloxoscelic serum and antibiotic therapy. This approach proved to be a low-cost and effective alternative, although it resulted in loss of mobility and local atrophy.

Keywords: Wounds and Injuries; Prostheses and Implants; Spider Bites