The coracoid process is supplied by a direct branch of the 2nd part of the axillary artery permitting use of the coracoid as a vascularised bone flap, and improving it's viability in Latarjet or Bristow procedures

<p><strong>Background:</strong>&nbsp;A comprehensive understanding of the anatomy of the vascular supply of the coracoid is needed to ensure that the coracoid remains vascularised in order to optimize&nbsp;bone union&nbsp;during any coracoid transfer procedures. It is t...

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Главные авторы: Khundkar, R, Giele, H
Формат: Journal article
Язык:English
Опубликовано: Elsevier 2019