title: A protective thermoplast splint for the forearm and hand in nonhuman primates.
abstract: A custom-made thermoplastic splint was developed for the protection of the upper extremity after experimental surgery. It was used in 39 cases for a duration of 12-79 days. Complications were minimal and transient. The cast was easy to make, in one piece and inexpensive. Frequent removal for wound inspection was simple. This splint provides a good immobilization and protection of the arm and hand in the nonhuman primate.
authors.affiliation: Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Dijkzigt, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
authors.forename: S E
authors.initials: SE
authors.lastname: Hovius
authors.forename: H P
authors.initials: HP
authors.lastname: Stevens
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Peters
authors.forename: P W
authors.initials: PW
authors.lastname: Van Nierop
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D005552:Forelimb / Q000601:surgery; D007103:Immobilization; D008253:Macaca mulatta; D013165:Splints / Q000662:veterinary*