Effect of lower‐leg trauma and knee arthroscopy on procoagulant phospholipid‐dependent activity
Background Lower‐leg injury and knee arthroscopy are both associated with venous thromboembolism (VTE). The mechanism of VTE in both situations is unknown, including the role of procoagulant microparticles.
Carolina E. Touw+9 more
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Effect of primary and secondary wartime below-knee amputation on length of hospitalization and rehabilitation [PDF]
The results of below-knee amputations in 36 war wounded (mean age 35,42) were reviewed. The majority of the patients was wounded by land mines (94.4%). Most of them were between 25 and 35 years old. Bilateral amputation was done in 2.8% of cases.
Jandrić Slavica, Topić Brano
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The Effects of Injury Experience in Lower Extremities on Joint Range of Motion, Muscle Extensibility, and Dynamic Stability in Elite Volleyball Players [PDF]
PURPOSE This study investigates the impact of injury experience on ankle dorsiflexion, quadriceps extensibility, and dynamic stability in elite adolescent and adult volleyball players. METHODS A total of 485 players (adolescents=337, adults=115) reported
Taegyu Kim+3 more
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Fasciocutaneous flaps in the management of soft-tissue defects of the lower leg caused by explosive weapons [PDF]
The use of fasciocutaneous flaps for the reconstruction of lower leg soft-tissue defects inflicted during the bombing of our country is presented in this case report.
Petković Aleksandar+6 more
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Versatility of the medial gastrocnemius muscle flap in reconstructing lower limb soft tissue lesions [PDF]
INTRODUCTION: Covering complex lower limb wounds is a major challenge. The medial gastrocnemius muscle flap is usually indicated for reconstruction of loss of substance of the knee and proximal third of the leg.
Jefferson Lessa Soares de Macedo+5 more
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Introduction: Medial tibial stress syndrome or shin splints is one of the most common overuse injuries in active people, that its risk factors are unknown.
Effat Hoseinzadeh+3 more
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Introduction: The effect of leg dominance on anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries has been studied with some studies noting a propensity for injuries in the non-dominant leg. Its effect on post-ACL reconstruction recovery, however, is not well known.
HC Boo, TS Howe, Joyce SB Koh
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Penetrating injury of the lungs and multiple injuries of lower extremities caused by aircraft bombs splinters [PDF]
Introduction. Injuries caused by aircraft bombs cause severe damages to the human body. They are characterized by massive destruction of injured tissues and organs, primary contamination by polymorph bacterial flora and modified reactivity of the body ...
Golubović Zoran+9 more
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Cross-leg flaps are a useful reconstructive option for complex lower limb defects when free flaps cannot be performed owing to vessel damage. We describe the use of the extended distally based sural artery flap in a cross-leg fashion for lower extremity ...
Weihao Liang, Bien Keem Tan
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Psychological Aspect of Rehabilitation and Return to Sport Following Lower Limb Injuries [PDF]
In addition to an athlete’s physical abilities, his or her mental state is also vital for optimal recovery and a successful return to sport after an injury.
Jan Marusic, Petra Dolenc, Nejc Sarabon
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