Abstract
We report an erosion and hemorrhage of a left anterior tibial artery associated with a vacuum-assisted closure device. To our knowledge, this report represents the first arterial erosion associated with a vacuum-assisted closure device. We estimate our patient lost 6 units of blood. The hemorrhage was complicated by anticoagulation and a traumatic setting. Based on our complication, we believe great care should be taken when placing a vacuum-assisted closure device adjacent to an exposed artery.
MeSH terms
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Accidents, Traffic
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Adult
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Fibula / injuries
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Fibula / surgery
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Fractures, Bone / surgery*
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Hemorrhage / etiology*
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Hemorrhage / surgery
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Hip Fractures / complications
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Hip Fractures / surgery
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Humans
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Joint Dislocations / complications
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Joint Dislocations / surgery
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Male
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Multiple Trauma
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Occlusive Dressings / adverse effects*
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Orthopedic Procedures / instrumentation*
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Orthopedic Procedures / methods
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Tibial Arteries / injuries*
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Tibial Fractures / complications
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Tibial Fractures / surgery
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Treatment Outcome
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Vacuum
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Wound Healing