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Catheterization of posterior tibial artery leading to limb amputation
E L Abrahamson1, R C Scott, E Jurges
1Riverside Neonatal Unit, West London Hospital, UK.
Acta Paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992)
|June 1, 1993
Abstract:
A cannula inserted into the posterior tibial artery of a preterm infant resulted in irreversible ischaemia of the foot with proximal extension to involve the lower leg. No predisposition to thrombosis was found and a below-knee amputation was ultimately required.