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Civilian arterial injuries.

P V Bole, R T Purdy, R T Munda

    Annals of Surgery
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study highlights that prompt surgical repair of arterial injuries, particularly in extremities, significantly reduces amputation rates and mortality. Early intervention and aggressive management are crucial for salvaging limbs and lives.

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    Area of Science:

    • Vascular Surgery
    • Trauma Surgery
    • Arterial Reconstruction

    Background:

    • Arterial injuries pose significant risks, including limb loss and mortality.
    • Clinical presentation, such as shock and pulse deficits, guides surgical decisions.
    • Hypotension is common in patients with arterial trauma.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the outcomes of surgical repair for arterial injuries.
    • To identify factors influencing limb salvage and patient survival.
    • To assess the role of diagnostic imaging in managing arterial trauma.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 122 patients with 126 arterial injuries treated between 1968-1973.
    • Clinical assessment for operative exploration, with operative angiography as a routine tool.
    • Focus on extremity arterial injuries, with specific attention to shock and pulse status.

    Main Results:

    • Mortality was 10.6%, primarily from aortic injuries; no deaths occurred in distal extremity injuries.
    • Amputation rate due to reconstruction failure was 1.1%, with none in the final 3 years.
    • High patency rates were achieved, suggesting routine repair of associated venous injuries.

    Conclusions:

    • Early and aggressive surgical management of arterial injuries is essential for optimal outcomes.
    • Clinical grounds are sufficient for exploration; operative angiography is valuable.
    • Prompt treatment of shock and mechanical disruptions improves limb and life salvage rates.

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