Severe constricting ring syndrome: case report

This report presents a case of a male newborn with a severe circumferential amniotic band, treated by single-stage excision of the ring, and microvascular venous anastomosis between the proximal and distal parts of the affected site. No complications were encountered. A microsurgical approach to imp...

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Published in:	Journal of reconstructive microsurgery Vol. 16; no. 5; p. 363
Main Authors:	Tercan, M, Esenkaya, I, Demir, C Y
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-07-2000
Subjects:	Amniotic Band Syndrome - surgery Humans Infant, Newborn Male Severity of Illness Index
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Summary:	This report presents a case of a male newborn with a severe circumferential amniotic band, treated by single-stage excision of the ring, and microvascular venous anastomosis between the proximal and distal parts of the affected site. No complications were encountered. A microsurgical approach to improve the circulation may be useful in some cases.
ISSN:	0743-684X
DOI:	10.1055/s-2000-7346