What are the consequences of looking directly into Medusa's eyes and being turned to stone by her deadly gaze, particularly in relation to her infamous medusa hands?

Looking directly into Medusa's eyes can turn a person to stone, as her gaze is deadly. This means that if someone looks at her directly, they will be transformed into a statue. In relation to her infamous medusa hands, it is believed that anyone who touches her with their bare hands will also be turned to stone.