Chirurgia Bucharest
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Chirurgia Bucharest · Mar 2007
Case Reports[Abdominal aorta section caused by abdominal stab wound: discussion of two cases].
Abdominal vascular lesions are generally caused by accidents (most frequently car accidents, but also falling from an altitude, etc.) or by aggression with knives and fire arms. Abdominal vascular wounds, especially those involving the aorta, cause high mortality. ⋯ We present two cases of partial sections of the abdominal aorta caused by stab wounds: a 16-year-old male aggressed by a school-mate and a 45-year-old male who aggressed himself. We discuss the necessity of immediate surgery on patients with abdominal stab wounds in order to determine the localization and gravity of the lesions.
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Chirurgia Bucharest · Mar 2007
Case ReportsIntegra--a therapeutic alternative in reconstructive surgery. Our first experience.
Coverage is one of the most important issues in plastic surgery. The both acute and reconstructive surgery can often face with limited donor site availability requiring additional therapeutic options. One of the research direction developed in the last 30 years is the quest for the "artificial skin". ⋯ A meticulous surgical technique with a good hemostasis and continuous wound care during first and second stage are mandatory for optimal esthetic and functional results. This is the first use of Integra in Romania. Experience is important for further steps are needed in coverage of patients with severe burn trauma.