Predictors of Major Amputation in Extremity Vascular Trauma an Institution Based Retrospective Case-Control Study
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2024-12-10
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Addis Ababa University
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Extremity vascular trauma (EVT) is a critical public health concern in Ethiopia, associated with high morbidity and amputation rates due to delayed care and resource limitations. Despite advancements in trauma management, major amputation remains a devastating outcome, yet predictors in this context remain poorly defined
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Extremity vascular trauma, major amputation, predictors, Ethiopia, MESS score, compartment syndrome