Dangle protocol: After a skin graft to the leg - 10/2016

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Dangle protocol: After a skin graft to the leg

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Abstract

This handout is for patients who have had a skin graft to their leg and must keep their leg elevated after surgery. It includes a schedule to follow for "dangle protocol," which involves letting the leg hand down for short times.

Author

Reconstructive Surgery

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2016

Revision Date

10/2016

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General Subject

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Skin and Connective Tissues Disorders

Specific Subject/Keyword

Self-care

Languages

English

Record ID

4499