Indications for replantation in the adult upper extremity.
Physicians involved in the evaluation and initial treatment of patients with severe hand injuries should be familiar with the indicators for, the contraindications to, and expectations following replantation, including preoperative preservation of the amputated part. This article covers these topics and discusses experiences with various types of replantations.
Goldner
R D
RD
Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, Durham North Carolina 27710.
Urbaniak
J R
JR
D000673:Amputation, Traumatic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D012092:Replantation