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Equipment and Supplies > Tourniquets

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Tourniquets  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Devices for the compression of a blood vessel by application around an extremity to control the circulation and prevent the flow of blood to or from the distal area. (From Dorland, 28th ed)

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-ZTL32WBN-7

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