Salvage of the severely injured limb in children: a multidisciplinary approach

Pediatr Emerg Care. 1995 Jun;11(3):176-8. doi: 10.1097/00006565-199506000-00009.

Abstract

Massive trauma to a limb, even in young children, may lead to loss of viability and function. A combination of open fracture with vascular, crush, and avulsion injury resulting in acute peripheral ischemia may place the extremity at risk of necrosis and imminent amputation. We suggest a combined, multidisciplinary approach that includes initial vascular repair and fractures fixation, with early institution of hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Blood Vessels / injuries
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Fractures, Open / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Hyperbaric Oxygenation*
  • Ischemia / therapy
  • Leg / blood supply
  • Leg Injuries / therapy*
  • Male
  • Muscles / injuries