title: Crush and avulsion injuries of the foot: their evaluation and management.
abstract: It is difficult to assess the damage resulting from crush or avulsion injuries so they may be treated adequately. The authors present a systematic approach to evaluating tissue involved in foot trauma. They also discuss antibiotic and tetanus prophylaxis and a technique of bacterial quantification that is helpful in determining the advisability of primary or delayed wound closure.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005528:Foot / Q000601:surgery; D018409:Foot Injuries; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy; D013745:Tetanus Toxoid / Q000008:administration & dosage; D007507:Therapeutic Irrigation
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D013745:Tetanus Toxoid