title: Replantation.
abstract: After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Describe the indications and contraindications for extremity replantation. 2. Outline the sequence and technique of replantation. 3. Identify potential complications of replantation and recognize treatment options. 4. Assess the results of replantation in terms of function and costs versus benefits.
authors: Hand Center of San Antonio, Department of Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Texas, USA. micro1@ix.netcom.com
authors: W C
authors: WC
authors: Pederson
mesh_terms: D000075202:Contraindications; D004431:Ear, External / Q000601:surgery; D005121:Extremities / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008046:Lip / Q000601:surgery; D008297:Male; D009666:Nose / Q000601:surgery; D010413:Penis / Q000601:surgery; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011300:Preoperative Care; D012092:Replantation / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D012535:Scalp / Q000601:surgery