Chirurgie de la main
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Chirurgie de la main · Jun 2014
ReviewSurgical management of combat-related upper extremity injuries.
This review presents the current surgical management of combat-related upper extremity injuries during the acute phase. The strategy consists of saving the life, saving the limb and retaining function. ⋯ Features of the definitive management of local casualties in battlefield medical facilities are also discussed. In this situation, reconstructive procedures have to take into account the limited resources and operational constraints.