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An improved method of ring removal.

Abstract

A number of techniques exist for the removal of rings from swollen fingers. An improved method is described using ribbon gauze and a paper clip. It is cheap, quick and effective and can be used in the presence of minor lacerations and abrasions.

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M Thilagarajah. 1999. An improved method of ring removal.. https://doi.org/10.1054/jhsb.1998.0042

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