Elective amputation of the upper limb is an option in the treatment of traumatic injuries of the brachial plexus?
2017 ◽
Vol 75
(9)
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pp. 667-670
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ABSTRACT The treatment of complete post-traumatic brachial plexus palsy resulting in a flail shoulder and upper extremity remains a challenge to peripheral nerve surgeons. The option of upper limb amputation is controversial and scarcely discussed in the literature. We believe that elective amputation still has a role in the treatment of select cases. The pros and cons of the procedure should be intensely discussed with the patient by a multidisciplinary team. Better outcomes are usually achieved in active patients who strongly advocate for the procedure.
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2018 ◽
Vol 31
(1)
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pp. 154-155
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2017 ◽
Vol 30
(4)
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pp. 468-476
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2018 ◽
Vol 5
(5)
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pp. 1304
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