January 2025
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Archives of Surgery and Clinical Case Reports
Washing machines are common in most households and crucial for laundry management. However, they are associated with risks, especially in children. In this report, we present three cases of severe hand injuries in pediatric patients that resulted from attempts to unload laundry while the washing machine was still spinning. Fortunately, in all three cases, the injured hands were successfully treated with revascularization of the affected parts. Compared to revision amputation or other reconstructive techniques, finger replantation and revascularization offer the most favorable outcomes. Several preventive strategies, such as more parental supervision and thorough appliance safety training, can reduce the likelihood of such injuries. Increasing awareness and promoting safe practices can drastically reduce the frequency of potentially fatal accidents.