Journal of reconstructive microsurgery
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J Reconstr Microsurg · Jun 2009
Case ReportsSimultaneous replantation of both lower legs in a child: 23 years later.
Function is the single most important determinant in the assessment of the results of extremity replantations. Accordingly, the indications for extremity replantations are based on the prediction of sustained satisfactory functional outcome. ⋯ However, this analysis is extremely important in refinement of indications for major limb replantations. In this article, evaluation of a patient 23 years after simultaneous replantation of both lower legs is presented.