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Surgical Procedures, Operative > Reconstructive Surgical Procedures > Limb Salvage
Surgical Procedures, Operative > Orthopedic Procedures > Limb Salvage
Therapeutics > Orthopedic Procedures > Limb Salvage
Surgical Procedures, Operative > Cardiovascular Surgical Procedures > Vascular Surgical Procedures > Limb Salvage

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Limb Salvage  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An alternative to amputation in patients with neoplasms, ischemia, fractures, and other limb-threatening conditions. Generally, sophisticated surgical procedures such as vascular surgery and reconstruction are used to salvage diseased limbs.

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-JHT6Z9LD-V

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