Upper extremity trauma encompasses a wide range of clinical presentations, from simple lacerations to catastrophic injuries that require extensive or multiple reconstructive procedures. The clear understanding of the trauma mechanisms and how they are related with certain patterns of injury might maximize awareness and guide a surgeon's management effectively.
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