Traumatic laceration of the posterior tibial artery
McDonald, M.; Eberhardt, K.N.; Estrada, R.J.
Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery Official Publication of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons 32(3): 291-294
1993
ISSN/ISBN: 1067-2516 PMID: 8339084 Document Number: 421804
Traumatic laceration of the posterior tibial artery is an infrequent yet potentially devastating injury. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are necessary in order to limit ischemic damage to distal tissues. A case report is presented along with a brief overview of current surgical technique.