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Missile emboli.

N M Rich, G J Collins, C A Andersen

    The Journal of Trauma
    |April 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Missile emboli are rare vascular injuries. Prompt recognition and management of these arterial lesions in casualties can prevent limb loss and mortality.

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    Area of Science:

    • Vascular Surgery
    • Trauma Surgery
    • Military Medicine

    Background:

    • Missile emboli are uncommon yet critical vascular lesions.
    • Delayed diagnosis and management can lead to severe consequences, including limb loss or death.
    • Extensive experience with missile emboli is rare in any single institution.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the incidence and outcomes of missile emboli in Vietnam casualties.
    • To evaluate the management strategies and complications associated with missile emboli.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of approximately 7,500 Vietnam casualties with known vascular trauma.
    • Identification and review of cases involving missile emboli.

    Main Results:

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    • An incidence of 0.3% for missile emboli was found, with 22 cases identified.
    • The majority of missile emboli were associated with explosive device fragments and affected the arterial system.
    • Emboli were successfully removed in 19 out of 22 patients, with only one vascular complication, no mortality, and no amputations.

    Conclusions:

    • Missile emboli, though rare, are manageable vascular injuries.
    • Effective surgical intervention can lead to favorable outcomes, avoiding amputation and mortality.