Replantation Is an Attempt to Reattach a Completely Amputated Digit

question 24

Multiple Choice

Replantation is an attempt to reattach a completely amputated digit or other body part.Revascularization is the procedure performed on incomplete amputations,when the part remains attached to the body by skin,artery,vein,or nerve.Good candidates for replantation are those with which of the following amputations?

• A) Almost any body part of a child
• B) Proximal portion of the hand at palm level
• C) Distal to middle foot
• D) Distal to middle thigh

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Definitions:

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