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[Digital necroses of the upper limb. 86 cases]
La Nouvelle Presse Medicale
|March 19, 1977
Summary
This study on upper limb ischaemic problems and digital necrosis highlights diverse causes, with scleroderma being a frequent factor. Findings correlate aetiology with necrosis extent and patient sex, comparing results to existing literature.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Medicine
- Dermatology
- Rheumatology
Context:
- Investigates ischaemic conditions of the upper limb.
- Focuses on cases presenting with digital necrosis.
- Examines a cohort of 86 patients.
Purpose:
- To identify and analyze the diverse aetiologies of upper limb ischaemia with digital necrosis.
- To explore the association between this syndrome and various arterial diseases.
- To compare etiological findings based on necrosis extent and patient demographics with existing literature.
Summary:
- Identified a broad spectrum of causes for upper limb ischaemia and digital necrosis.
- Scleroderma emerged as a predominant, though not exclusive, aetiology.
- Etiological factors were analyzed in relation to necrosis severity and patient sex.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the multifactorial nature of digital necrosis in upper limb ischaemia.
- Highlights the significant role of inflammatory arterial diseases, particularly scleroderma.
- Offers comparative data for understanding disease presentation and progression across different patient groups.