Abstract
Complex forearm injuries involve damage to the skin and underlying tissues. The best results are obtained when a multidisciplinary approach is taken to their management. Management of the acute injury should be done in a manner that takes into consideration late reconstructive procedures and best possible final function outcome. This article reviews initial management and options for soft-tissue coverage. Advantages and disadvantages of a wide variety of procedures are discussed and in addition the authors review some of the more controversial areas and give personal preferences.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 263-277 |
| Number of pages | 15 |
| Journal | Hand clinics |
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| State | Published - 1997 |