[Replantation of the forearm]

The authors describe the case of a practical amputation of the proximal portion of the left forearm which occurred at a time when the development of microsurgical technique was in its initial stages in the CSSR and which was resolved at he level of a district institute of national health. The authors describe the surgical procedure, postoperative treatment and complications. The authors discuss general principles which should be respected in the event of similar injuries under present conditions.