Deep Frostbite
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General Principles
- Deep frostbite involves death of skin, SC tissue, and muscle (third degree) or deep tendons and bones (fourth degree).
- Diabetes mellitus, peripheral vascular disease, an outdoor lifestyle, and high altitude are additional risk factors.
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General Principles
- Deep frostbite involves death of skin, SC tissue, and muscle (third degree) or deep tendons and bones (fourth degree).
- Diabetes mellitus, peripheral vascular disease, an outdoor lifestyle, and high altitude are additional risk factors.
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