Current Concepts in Upper-Extremity Amputation

Three Cases of Amputation of the Upper Extremity

humerus. On the 23rd of March he was brought under tke influence of chloroform, and excision of the joint being out of the question, the arm was amputated at its middle third. The edge of the flaps having been fastened together in the usual way, a strip of lint, soaked in carbolic acid and oil, was applied to them, and another piece of lint which had been similarly treated was then placed over ...

Forequarter amputation for tumours of the upper extremity.

Forequarter or inter scapulothoracic amputation is an uncommonly performed operation for malignant tumours involving the proximal end of humerus and the shoulder. A report of three cases who underwent this procedure at Federal Government Services Hospital, Islamabad is presented. In two cases the lesion was a primary bone tumour (osteogenic sarcoma) and the third one was an advanced metastatic ...

Current indications for upper-extremity powered components.

CME Current Concepts in Aesthetic Upper Blepharoplasty

Learning Objectives: After studying this article, the participant should be able to: 1. Discuss nomenclature and anatomy associated with upper blepharoplasty. 2. Perform preoperative assessment, decision-making, and counseling of patients. 3. Describe current surgical planning, eyelid marking, and various techniques used in upper blepharoplasty, including lasers. 4. Recognize and treat postoper...

Amputation and rotationplasty in children with limb deficiencies: current concepts

PURPOSE Amputations and fitting surgery have a long history in children with limb deficiencies. With the current developments in limb reconstruction and new techniques in prosthetics, the indications for amputation and fitting surgery might have shifted, but still have a very important role in creating high functional performance, optimal participation and quality of life. The purpose of this c...