Indications of Limb Amputation in Zambian Neonatals
Date
1984-01
Authors
Munkonge, L.
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Medical Journal of Zambia
Abstract
A personal experience in the amputation of 27 limbs in 21 Zambian neonates has been presented. The indications for amputation have been elaborated. There were fewer immediate post-operative complications in the neonates than usually seen in adults. The importance of a timely decision to undertake surgery has been stressed; the difficulty in obtaining parental consent has been stated.
Description
Amputation of limbs in neonates in Zambia
Keywords
Amputation, Infant, Newborn---Zambia , Amputation, extremities---Zambia , Amputation, Limbs---Zambia
Citation
Munkonge, L. (1984). Indications of Limb Amputation in Zambian Neonatals. Medical Journal of Zambia. 18 (1)