Limb Salvage
Description
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.
Synonyms
Salvage, Limb
Parents
Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
Orthopedic Procedures
Vascular Surgical Procedures
Experts
Gregory M. Caputo
Paul J. Juliano
Tree Numbers
E04.100.814.603
E04.555.400
E04.680.350
MeSH ID
D023821
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