Bite wounds to the upper extremity.
The complications secondary to mismanaged or neglected bite wounds to the upper extremity can be devastating to upper extremity functioning. An organized approach to treatment can prevent infection and permanent disability.
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Department of Orthopedic Surgery, St Louis University Hospital, MO 63110-0250.
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D000818:Animals; D001134:Arm Injuries / Q000628:therapy*; D001733:Bites and Stings / Q000628:therapy*; D001734:Bites, Human / Q000628:therapy; D002415:Cats; D004285:Dogs; D006801:Humans; D012909:Snake Bites / Q000628:therapy; D001098:Spider Bites / Q000628:therapy