Rare leg injury during surgery: new study sheds light on hidden danger
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This study looked at 26 adults having colorectal (bowel) cancer surgery while placed in a steep head-down position with legs raised in stirrups. Researchers measured blood flow and oxygen in the calf muscles during the operation to understand how a rare but serious leg injury cal…
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Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC