Emergency War Surgery NATO Handbook: Part III: General Considerations of Wound Management: Chapter XXI: Amputations
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In all amputations, the limb should be prepped and draped such that circumferential operative access is provided. When practical, the limb is kept elevated while prepping and draping to salvage as much of the distal venous blood as possible. A tourniquet is indicated, when practical, to prevent additional blood loss.
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