Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9173805 | Journal of Vascular Surgery | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
This interim report represents the largest analysis of US military vascular injuries in more than 30 years. Wounding patterns reflect past experience with a high percentage of extremity injuries. Management of arterial repair with autologous vein graft remains the treatment of choice. Repairs in contaminated wound beds should be avoided. An increase in injuries from improvised explosive devices in modern conflict warrants the more liberal application of contrast arteriography. Endovascular techniques have advanced the contemporary management and proved valuable in the treatment of select wartime vascular injuries.
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Authors
Charles J. MD, David L. MD, Sean D. MD, Todd E. MD, James M. MD, Chatt A. MD, Richard E. MD, Timur P. MD, Norman M. MD,