Eur J Trauma Emerg S
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Axillary vessel injuries are uncommon and challenging injuries encountered by trauma surgeons. Proximity of this vessel to other adjacent veins including the axillary vein, brachial plexus and the osseous structures of the shoulder and upper arm account for a large number of associated injuries. ⋯ Although uncommon, axillary arterial injuries can result in significant morbidity, limb loss and mortality. Early diagnosis and timely repair of the artery leads to good outcomes.
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To conduct a retrospective analysis of the incidence and long-term outcomes of carcinoid tumor of the appendix in emergency appendectomies. ⋯ To conclude, carcinoid tumors are extremely rare, and the diagnosis is often made after surgery. We emphasise the value of obtaining histopathological analysis of every removed appendix because visual examination does not always correlate with later pathological examination. Furthermore, small appendiceal carcinoids (<1 cm) have an excellent prognosis after appendectomy.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Oct 2011
Series on vascular injuries: complex injuries and difficult problems. Surgical strategies for their management : Editors: Dr. Juan A. Asensio, University of Miami, Miami, Florida Dr. David V. Feliciano, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia Dr. Donald D. Trunkey, University of Oregon, Portland, Oregon Dr. Ari Leppaniemi, Helsinki University, Helsinki, Finland.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Oct 2011
Lung tissue apoptosis in abdominal hypertension : Apoptosis and necrosis of lung tissue in abdominal hypertension.
The aim of this study was to evaluate lung tissue histopathologic changes and the number of apoptosis with the increase of abdominal pressure. ⋯ The available findings suggest that intra-abdominal pressure greater than 15 mmHg could irreversibly damage pulmonary cells and both coagulation necrosis parameters and the number of apoptosis increase in accordance with the pressure level.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Oct 2011
Results of locked flexible intramedullary nailing of metacarpal fractures: a case series.
We present our case series on the use of flexible locked intramedullary nails in the management of metacarpal fractures. ⋯ In our experience, this device helps to achieve good functional results with minimal soft tissue disruption and complications in the management of unstable metacarpal fractures.