In this work, the principle of operation of a device for determination of the optimum length of grafts used in reconstructive surgery of damaged tendons, vessels, and nerves is described. Clinical tests of the device showed that it can be recommended for broad use.
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Maslyakov, V.V., Baranov, N.A. & Kabanov, S.N. A Device for Determining the Optimum Graft Length in Reconstructive Microsurgery. Biomed Eng 52, 284–286 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10527-018-9831-y
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