Impingement of vascular pedicles by external fixator pins.
Three cases of impingement of external fixator pins on vascular pedicles which complicated microvascular reconstruction of severe leg injuries are presented. Recommendations concerning pin placement are made.
Mercer
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Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Frenchay Hospital, Bristol.
Moss
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D000328:Adult; D001157:Arterial Occlusive Diseases / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology; D001863:Bone Screws / Q000009:adverse effects*; D005592:Fracture Fixation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D007866:Leg / Q000098:blood supply*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013978:Tibial Fractures / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*