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  • Title: Amputation for antipersonnel mine injuries of the leg: preservation of the tibial stump using a medial gastrocnemius myoplasty.
    Author: Coupland RM.
    Journal: Ann R Coll Surg Engl; 1989 Nov; 71(6):405-8. PubMed ID: 2604352.
    Abstract:
    Antipersonnel mines are very commonly used in modern warfare. They produce a recognisable pattern of injury to the leg, which frequently spares the gastrocnemius muscle. Surgical amputation is often indicated. Medial gastrocnemius myoplastic below-knee amputation is suitable for these injuries. The technique permits cover and preservation of an acceptable tibial stump.
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