title: Utilization of Silastic nerve caps for the treatment of amputation neuromas.
abstract: The following is a case history dealing with usage of the Swanson-Ducker designed Silastic nerve caps for the treatment of amputation-type neuromas. The authors will attempt to identify the pathology of a painful end bulb neuroma by discussing the normal anatomy and physiology of peripheral nerves, with possible etiologies and alternative treatment.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009186:Myelin Sheath / Q000293:injuries; D009463:Neuroma / Q000209:etiology / Q000473:pathology / Q000601:surgery*; D059348:Peripheral Nerve Injuries; D010525:Peripheral Nerves / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000502:physiology; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D013127:Spinal Nerves / Q000601:surgery*; D013497:Sural Nerve / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery*
chemical_list: D012826:Silicone Elastomers