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Amputation in emergency situations: indications, techniques and Médecins Sans Frontières France's experience in Haiti | Journal Article / Commentary | MSF Science Portal
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Amputation in emergency situations: indications, techniques and Médecins Sans Frontières France's experience in Haiti

Herard P, Boillot F
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Abstract
PURPOSE
The decision to amputate is always difficult but becomes even harder in emergency situations, which usually present extra complicating factors.

MSF EXPERIENCE
These include human factors (related to both the surgeon and the patient); poor or nonexistent medical facilities, especially in war conditions or resource-poor countries; and cultural and religious considerations. Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has developed a quick medical and logistical response that relies on surgical protocols adapted to emergency situations, together with complete "kits" of medical equipment, supplies and inflatable facilities.

CONCLUSION
Our response to Haiti's 2010 earthquake relied on these tools but also highlighted the need to develop more detailed protocols that will help our teams on the ground.

Countries

Haiti

Subject Area

natural disasterssurgery & trauma care

Languages

English
DOI
10.1007/s00264-012-1552-3
Published Date
15 May 2012
PubMed ID
22580474
Journal
International Orthopaedics
Volume | Issue | Pages
Volume 36, Issue 10, Pages 1979-1981
Issue Date
2012-05-15
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