Fibrinolytic treatment of acute arterial occlusion distal to the wrist in two cases.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Distal arterial occlusion in the hand threatens the viability of the digits and is difficult to treat. This study reports two cases in which fibrinolytic agents were used successfully to restore circulation in the digital arteries.
Medical subject headings
- Fingers
- Ischemia
- Thrombolytic Therapy
Anatomy
- wrist