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Attempts at saving severely ischaemic limbs
Acta Chirurgica Academiae Scientiarum Hungaricae
|January 1, 1976
Summary
Distal arteriovenous fistulas improve restorative arterial surgery success. This technique, including arteriovenous anastomosis, can preserve limb function and prevent amputation in otherwise incurable limbs.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Restorative arterial surgery aims to preserve limb function, but success rates remain suboptimal.
- Arterial limb salvage is increasingly common due to vascular surgery advancements.
- Some cases still result in temporary limb preservation, necessitating further innovation.