Integrating Imaging Techniques in Lower Limb Reconstruction

Recent developments in the field of biomedical imaging have facilitated the use of various imaging techniques as adjunctive tools in microsurgical lower limb reconstructions. Frequently-used imaging modalities in reconstructive microsurgery are colour-Doppler ultrasound and computed tomography angiography. Here, we present basic principles of the above applied techniques and analyze the surgical rationale of integrating imaging techniques in lower limb reconstruction.

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