Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Absolute and Local Extreme Values01:22

Absolute and Local Extreme Values

60
The highest and lowest values of a function, relative to a reference axis, are known as extreme values. These include absolute maximum and absolute minimum values, which represent the highest and lowest points the function reaches across its entire domain. Within a restricted portion of the function, the highest and lowest values are referred to as local maximum and local minimum values, respectively.Periodic functions, such as sine and cosine, show extreme values at infinitely many points due...
60
Arteries of the Upper Limbs01:12

Arteries of the Upper Limbs

2.2K
The subclavian artery transitions into the axillary artery as it exits the chest and enters the axillary region. This artery is critical for supplying blood to the shoulder area, including the head of the humerus, through the humeral circumflex arteries. As the vessel continues into the upper arm or brachium, it becomes the brachial artery. This artery plays a key role in vascularizing the brachial region and bifurcates at the elbow into several branches. These branches include the deep...
2.2K
Veins of Upper Limbs01:17

Veins of Upper Limbs

4.1K
The human circulatory system, a marvel of biological engineering, is a complex network of vessels that transport blood throughout the body. Among these, the veins responsible for carrying blood from the upper limbs are divided into two categories: deep and superficial.
The deep venous system is primarily composed of the ulnar and radial veins. The ulnar vein, which drains the fingers through the superficial palmar venous arches, and the radial vein, which serves the palms via the deep palmar...
4.1K
Upper Respiratory Drugs: Decongestants01:27

Upper Respiratory Drugs: Decongestants

884
Decongestants are a class of medications used primarily to alleviate nasal congestion, a common symptom resulting from allergies, colds, sinusitis, and other upper respiratory tract infections. These drugs work by activating α-adrenergic receptors, constricting small blood vessels in the nasal membranes. This action results in the opening of clogged nasal passages, thereby facilitating sinus drainage and relieving congestion.
Most decongestants are readily available over-the-counter in...
884
Bones of the Upper Limb: Humerus01:19

Bones of the Upper Limb: Humerus

7.1K
The upper limb consists of the arm, forearm, wrist, and hand bones. The humerus is the single bone of the upper arm region. Proximally, it has a large, spherical, smooth head that articulates with the glenoid cavity of the scapula to form the glenohumeral or shoulder joint. The margin of the head is the anatomical neck, a residual epiphyseal plate. Laterally it extends to form bony projections called the greater tubercle and the lesser tubercle. Next to the tubercles is the surgical neck, a...
7.1K
Upper GI Series: Barium Swallow01:24

Upper GI Series: Barium Swallow

1.6K
The Barium Swallow Study, or a Barium Esophagogram, is a diagnostic imaging method used to visualize the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine. It employs barium sulfate, a radiopaque contrast material, to provide clear images of the upper digestive system, helping to identify abnormalities, diseases, or structural issues.
Purpose and Procedure
Patients undergoing this procedure ingest a liquid containing barium sulfate with a chalky...
1.6K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Healing indices are poorly standardized in distraction osteogenesis literature.

Injury·2026
Same author

Editorial Comment: Selected Proceedings From the 2025 Musculoskeletal Infection Society Meeting.

Clinical orthopaedics and related research·2026
Same author

Low-Velocity Gunshot Femur Fractures Do Not Require Surgical Debridement.

Journal of clinical medicine·2026
Same author

Reproducibility of Two Novel Bone Defect Classification Systems.

Journal of orthopaedic trauma·2026
Same author

Intrawound Tobramycin Plus Vancomycin to Prevent Surgical Site Infection in Tibial Fractures: The TOBRA Randomized Clinical Trial.

JAMA·2026
Same author

Differences in Measurement of Glenoid Morphology Between Radiographs and Computed Tomography.

Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jan 27, 2026

Mobile Game-based Virtual Reality Program for Upper Extremity Stroke Rehabilitation
05:52

Mobile Game-based Virtual Reality Program for Upper Extremity Stroke Rehabilitation

Published on: March 8, 2018

19.7K

Gunshot Wounds to the Upper Extremity.

Reza Omid1, Michael A Stone, Charalampos G Zalavras

  • 1From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA.

The Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
|March 22, 2019
PubMed
Summary

Orthopaedic trauma patients with upper extremity gunshot wounds face significant risks to neurovascular structures. Management requires careful consideration of surgical debridement, bullet removal in specific cases, and advanced fixation techniques for complex fractures.

More Related Videos

Upper-extremity Approach for Secondary Access in Transfemoral Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation
06:04

Upper-extremity Approach for Secondary Access in Transfemoral Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation

Published on: August 8, 2025

521
Kinematic Analysis Using 3D Motion Capture of Drinking Task in People With and Without Upper-extremity Impairments
08:45

Kinematic Analysis Using 3D Motion Capture of Drinking Task in People With and Without Upper-extremity Impairments

Published on: March 28, 2018

11.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jan 27, 2026

Mobile Game-based Virtual Reality Program for Upper Extremity Stroke Rehabilitation
05:52

Mobile Game-based Virtual Reality Program for Upper Extremity Stroke Rehabilitation

Published on: March 8, 2018

19.7K
Upper-extremity Approach for Secondary Access in Transfemoral Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation
06:04

Upper-extremity Approach for Secondary Access in Transfemoral Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation

Published on: August 8, 2025

521
Kinematic Analysis Using 3D Motion Capture of Drinking Task in People With and Without Upper-extremity Impairments
08:45

Kinematic Analysis Using 3D Motion Capture of Drinking Task in People With and Without Upper-extremity Impairments

Published on: March 28, 2018

11.3K

Area of Science:

  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Trauma Care
  • Ballistics Medicine

Background:

  • Upper extremity gunshot wounds present complex challenges in orthopaedic trauma.
  • Significant morbidity is associated with these injuries, particularly concerning neurovascular structures.
  • Current literature lacks consensus on optimal antibiotic protocols and surgical debridement indications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the management of upper extremity gunshot fractures.
  • To highlight challenges in surgical fixation and bone defect reconstruction.
  • To discuss nerve injury management and expected recovery.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of gunshot wound management in the upper extremity.
  • Analysis of fracture patterns, soft-tissue injury, and neurovascular involvement.
  • Discussion of surgical techniques, including fixation and bone defect management.

Main Results:

  • Gunshot fractures exhibit comminution and unique patterns, often challenging standard fixation.
  • Bullet fragment removal is indicated for specific complications like plumbism or intra-articular location.
  • Staged treatment is typical for bone defects, and spontaneous nerve recovery is common.

Conclusions:

  • Management of upper extremity gunshot wounds requires tailored approaches due to injury complexity.
  • Innovative fixation and staged reconstruction are often necessary for bone defects.
  • While nerve injuries are frequent, prognosis for recovery is generally favorable.