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DRIL particularly effective for access-related hand ischemia


 

AT THE NORTHWESTERN VASCULAR SYMPOSIUM

Surgeons in Texas reported full symptom resolution in 77% of 33 patients, but cautioned against potential complications such as bypass failure that led to gangrene and transmetacarpal amputation in one patient (J. Vasc. Access 2012;13:299-304).

Dr. Huber reported having no financial disclosures.

pwendling@frontlinemedcom.com

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