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Published on: August 30, 2020
Digital replantation following amputation due to trauma
1Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead, Sussex.
Abstract:
Digits amputated through trauma can often be replanted and regain function. Success depends on preoperative care of the digit and minimising the time the digit is without blood supply. Long-term patient compliance with postoperative care and therapy is necessary to maximise postoperative functioning.
