J Reconstr Microsurg 2006; 22(4): 273-275
DOI: 10.1055/s-2006-939933
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Microsurgery Training Card: A Practical, Economic Tool for Basic Techniques

Basil Rayan1 , Ghazi M. Rayan1
  • 1Hand Surgery Section, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and INTEGRIS Medical Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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Publikationsverlauf

Accepted: January 31, 2006

Publikationsdatum:
14. Juni 2006 (online)

ABSTRACT

The Microsurgery Tranining Card is a useful, practical, economic, easily assembled and used device, and provides a valuable tool for basic microsurgical training, especially for residents and fellows in teaching programs.

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Ghazi M RayanM.D. 

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