Acute Ischemia of the Upper Extremity.

Pederson, William C · Orthop Clin North Am · 2016

review · Level V

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Abstract

Ischemia of the upper extremity is uncommon but can be seen with open or closed trauma. Those dealing with traumatic injury of the upper extremity should be conversant with techniques of vascular surgery and microsurgery to address these injuries when they occur. Closed injury can occur as well, and at times these are best managed nonoperatively. This article discusses the management of both in the acute setting.

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