Multiple-level Replantation in Elderly Patients: Risk Versus Benefit. Issue 4 (April 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Jakubietz, Rafael G.; Jakubietz, Michael G.; Meffert, Rainer H.; Schmidt, Karsten
• Is Part Of: Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Volume 5:Issue 4(2017)
• Publication Date: 2017-04
• Subjects: Surgery, Plastic -- Periodicals; Surgery, Plastic -- Periodicals; Reconstructive Surgical Procedures -- Periodicals; 617.95205
• DOI: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000001313
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2169-7574

Abstract

Abstract : Summary: Multiple-level amputations of the upper extremity represent a surgical challenge generally only attempted in young patients. This case demonstrates a successful replantation in an elderly woman. The postoperative course was complicated by disseminated intravascular coagulopathy most likely due to inadequate resuscitation. Hand trauma is often underestimated in its general severity. Upper extremity amputations need to be handled similar to polytraumatized patients.