The Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome.
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The Klippel-Trenaunay Syndrome is a triad of congenital anomalies characterized by a vascular naevus, varicose veins and hypertrophy of soft tissue and bone. A number of patients affected with this rare syndrome need amputation. In this paper the systemic problems, stump complications and prosthetic difficulties of four amputees with Klippel-Trenaunay syndrome are outlined. The period of follow-up ranged from 10 to 24 years after amputation.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Journal of bone and joint surgery. British volume
دوره 73 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1991