• 1.  Michon J, Bessot M. Internal fixation in therapy of fractures associated with major skin destruction of extremities. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1957 ; 43:407–19.
• 2.  Michon J, Hahn P. Treatment of cutaneous complications of leg fractures and the problem of osteitis. Rev Médicale Nancy. 1957; 82:16–26.
• 3.  Michon J, Bessot M. Internal fixation in the treatment of fractures associated with extensive cutaneous destruction of the extremities. Mémoires Académie Chir Fr. 1958 ; 84:39–41.
• 4.  Chalnot P, Michon J, Vichard P. The place of surgical operation and arthrotomy in the treatment of recent fractures of the tibial plateaus (apropos of 81 cases). Ann Médicales Nancy. 1964; 20:848-61
• 5.  Gosset J, Michon J. Recent wounds of the hand and fingers. J Chir. 1965 ; 90:205–20.
• 6. Michon J. The thumb without fingers. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1970;96:633–8.
• 7.  Michon J. Amputation of several fingers. Acta Orthop Belg. 1973; 39:1179–81.
• 8.  Michon J. The metacarpal hand. Acta Orthop Belg. 1973;39:1182–7.
• 9.  Michon J, Delagoutte JP, Jandeaux M. Swanson’s silastic implants in hand traumatology. Technic, indications and 1st results. Ann Chir Plast. 1974; 19:13–21.
• 10.  Michon J, Dolich BH. The metacarpal hand. The Hand. 1974;6:285–90.
• 11  Merle M, Foucher G, Michon J. Role of the digitopalmar discharge incision in preventing posttraumatic edema. Ann Chir Plast. 1976;21:263–6.
• 12.  Foucher G, Merle M, Michon J. Bilboquet’s osteosynthesis. Ann Chir. 1977 ; 31:1107–8.
• 13.  Foucher G, Merle M, Michon J. Treatment in one stage of complex injuries of the hand with early mobilisation (author’s transl). Ann Chir. 1977; 31:1059–63.
• 14.  Michon J, Merle M, Foucher G. Complex injury of the hand: one-stage treatment with early mobilization. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1977; 103:956–64.
• 15.  Foucher G, Merle M, Michon J. Bilboquet’s osteosynthesis in open fractures and compound injuries of the hand. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1978 ;64 Suppl 2:46–9.
• 16.  Foucher G, Merle M, Sibilly A. Cemented cup and ball in derotation osteotomies of the phalanges and metacarpals. Acta Orthop Belg. 1978; 44:576–83.
• 17.  Foucher G, Sibilly A, Merle M, Michon J. Digital replantations: development of indications. Nouv Presse Médicale. 1978; 7:2875.
• 18.  Foucher G, Braun F, Merle M, Michon J. “Bank finger” in complex trauma of the  hand (author’s transl). Ann Chir. 1980; 34:693–8.
• 19.  Merle M, Foucher G, Mole D, Michon J. Functional results of osteosynthesized fractures of the first phalanx of the fingers (author’s transl). Ann Chir. 1981; 35:765–70.
• 20.  Merle M, Isselin J, Peilleron J, Foucher G, Michon J. The stabilization in emergency of the complex open traumatisms of the wrist (author’s transl). Ann Chir. 1981; 35:275–80.
• 21.  Michon J, Merle M, Foucher G, Dap F. Reimplantation and revascularization of the thumb using microsurgical technics - apropos of 90 cases. Bull Académie Natl Médecine. 1983; 167:755–8.
• 22.  Foucher G, Merle M, Van Genechten F, Denuit P. Ungual synthesis. Ann Chir Main. 1984; 3:168–9.
• 23.  Foucher G, Thomas M, Braun FM, Debry R, Merle M, Vangenechten F. Treatment of tissue losses at the fingertip. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1984; 29:64–8.
• 24.  Merle M, Dap F, Foucher G, Bouchon Y, Michon J. Reimplantation and revascularization of the thumb. Technical problems and results. Apropos of 125 cases. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1984; 110:255–65.
• 25.  Schuind F, Van Genechten F, Merle M, Foucher G. Irreducible closed luxation of the distal interphalangeal joint. Apropos of 2 cases. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1984; 70:649–52.
• 26.  Foucher G, Schuind F, Merle M, Brunelli F. Fractures of the hook of the hamate. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1985; 10:205–10.
• 27.  Foucher G, Citron N, Merle M, Dury M. Revascularization of digital avulsion injuries caused by rings. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1986; 5:256–9.
• 28.  Foucher G, Debry R, Merle M, Dury M. Treatment of dorsal substance losses at the level of the proximal interphalangeal joint of the fingers. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1986; 31:129–36.
• 29.  Merle M. Primary repair of the collateral cubital ligament of the metacarpophalangeal articulation of the thumb using Jenning’s barb-wire. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1987; 6:170–2.
• 30.  Amend P, Girot J, Marin-Braun F, Bour C, Dap F, Foucher G, et al. Miniaturized osteosynthesis of articular fractures of the fingers. Results of a series of 60 cases. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1988; 7:222–31.
• 31.  Foucher G, Hoang PH, Dury M, Merle M, Braun FM. Emergency and elective pollicization of mutilated digital segments. Apropos of 16 cases. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1988; 33:54–7.
• 32.  Girot J, Marin-Braun F, Merle M, Xenard J. Cross replantation in a case of bilateral amputation of the legs. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1988; 74:259–61.
• 33.  Dumontier C, Dap F, Girot J, Bour C, Dautel G, Merle M. Claw nails. Apropos of 16 cases treated by nail recession flap. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1989; 34:517–20.
• 34.  Dap F, Merle M. Hand traumatology. Evolution of techniques. Soins Chir Paris Fr 1982. 1991; 123:12–7.
• 35.  Dautel G. The initial examination of the injured hand. Rev Infirm. 1991; 41:39–40.
• 36.  Goudot B, Voche P, Bour C, Merle M. Osteosynthesis using a L-shaped miniplate of metaphyseal and metaphyseal-epiphyseal fractures of metacarpals and phalanges. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1991; 77:130–4.
• 37.   Voche P, Merle M. Use of intraosseous resorbable implants. Experimental evaluation and clinical applications in hand surgery. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1992; 118:131–6.
• 38. Merle M. Wounds of the hand. Diagnosis, treatment in the first 24 hours. Rev Prat. 1993; 43:488–92.
• 39.  Merle M. Emergency services for the hand: a necessity. Bull Académie Natl Médecine. 1994; 178:681–699.
• 40.  Merle M, Voche PH. Absorbable osteosynthesis: experimental and clinical approach in surgery of the hand. Bull Mémoires Académie R Médecine Belg. 1994; 149:329-342.
• 41.  Voche P, Merle M. A simple and efficient pin guide. Ann Chir Main Memb Supérieur. 1995; 14:167–8.
• 42.  Dap F, Voche P, Merle M. Treatment of cutaneous loss of substance of the dorsal surface of the proximal interphalangeal joints of fingers. A general review. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1996; 41:240–50.
• 43.  Guichet JM, Moller CC, Dautel G, Lascombes P. A modified Kapandji procedure for Smith’s fracture in children. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 1997; 79:734–7.
• 44.  Merle M, Dautel G. Advances in digital replantation. Clin Plast Surg. 1997; 24:87–105.
• 45.  Dautel G. Technique for distal replantation. Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg. 1999; 3:80–6.
• 46.  Dautel G. Fingertip replantation in children. Hand Clin. 2000; 16:541–6.
• 47.  Voche P, Merle M. Hand injuries caused by self-made bombs. Observations and reconstructoin techniques. Report of 7 cases. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 2000; 45:597–603.
• 48.  Duteille F, Aubrion JL, Dautel G, Merle M. Comminutive fracture of the trapezium treated by ligamentotaxis. A case report. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 2001; 87:173–5.
• 49.  Merle M. Some aspects of hand transplantation. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 2001; 26:522.
• 50.  Dap F, Duteille F, Dautel G. Injuries of the first web. Surgical indications. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 2002; 47:17–29.
• 51.  Duteille F, Hadjukowicz J, Pasquier P, Dautel G. Tragic case of a dog bite in a young child: the dog stands trial. Ann Plast Surg. 2002; 48:184–188.
• 52.  Faivre S, Bellumore Y, Mansat P, Dautel G, Merle M, Mansat M. Rupture of the radial collateral ligament of the fifth metacarpopharyngeal joint. A case report with Stener effect. Chir Main. 2002; 21:198–201.
• 53.  Duteille F, Pasquier P, Lim A, Dautel G. Treatment of complex interphalangeal joint fractures with dynamic external traction: a series of 20 cases. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2003; 111:1623–9.
• 54.  Faivre S, Lim A, Dautel G, Duteille F, Merle M. Adjacent and spontaneous neurotization after distal digital replantation in children. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2003; 111:159–166.
• 55.  Dautel G, Barbary S. Mini replants: fingertip replant distal to the IP or DIP joint. J Plast Reconstr Aesthetic Surg. 2007; 60:811–5.
• 56.  Segret J, Barbary S, Pétry D, Dautel G. Primary ray resection as an alternative to microsurgical replantation in the management of ring finger avulsion. Chir Main. 2008; 27:202–7.
• 57.  Barbary S, Dautel G. Digital replantation in children. Chir Main. 2012; 31:221–6.
• 58.  Barbary S, Dap F, Dautel G. Finger replantation: surgical technique and indications. Chir Main. 2013; 32:363–72.
• 59.  Pomares G, Srugarek-Lecoanet C, Dap F, Dautel G. Bennett fracture : arthroscopically assisted percutaneous screw fixation versus open surgery : functionnal and radiological outcomes. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2016. In press
• 60.  Pomares G., Huguet S., Dap F., Dautel G. Les plaies contaminées : efficacité du parage chirurgical pour réduire l'inoculum bactérien. Hand Surgery and Rehabilitation. In Press

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2.  Constantinesco A, Merle M. Letter: A new probe for the continuous measurement of intravascular mean velocity and flow. Nouv Presse Médicale. 1976;5:1362.

3.  Constantinesco A, Merle M. Continuous blood velocity and flow measurements by intravascular elutherm probe. Eur Surg Res Eur Chir Forsch Rech Chir Eur. 1977;9:12–22.

4.  Foucher G, Braun JB, Merle M, Sibilly A. The “skin kite flap” (author’s transl). Ann Chir. 1978; 32:593–6.

5.  Michon J, Merle M, Foucher G. Microsurgery in traumatology of the hand. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1978; 64:315–7.

6.  Michon J. The place of microsurgery in the present time and in the future.  Ann Chir Plast. 1978; 23:133–5.

7.  Braun JB, Werner JE, Borrelly J, Foucher G, Merle M, Michon J. Some observations on the anatomy of the arterial supply to the hand and their surgical applications (author’s transl). Ann Chir. 1979; 33:701–6.

8.  Tricot P, Bastien M, Choffat P, Merle M, Benichoux R. A critical triangle for the post-operative monitoring of the peripheral skin temperature (shock and finger replantation) (author’s transl). Ann Chir. 1979;33:729–30.

9.  Chanson L, Michon J. Plastic correction of retraction of the web of the thumb. Ann Chir. 1979; 33:689–95.

10.  Foucher G, Merle M, Maneaud M, Michon J. Microsurgical free partial toe transfer in hand reconstruction: a report of 12 cases. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1980; 65:616–27.

11.  Michon J, Merle M, Foucher G. Microsurgery in acute treatment of hand injuries. Int Orthop. 1980; 3:245–51.

12.  Foucher G, Braun FM, Merle M, Michon J. Technical problems and indications for transfer of the pulp of the toe. Ann Chir Plast. 1981; 26:154–8.

13.  Foucher G, Braun FM, Merle M, Michon J. The “disconnecting-reconnecting” technique of the neurovascular island pedicle flap (author’s transl). Ann Chir. 1981; 35:303–303.

14.  Foucher G, Braun FM, Merle M, Michon J. Transplantation of the second toe in the reconstruction of fingers (author’s transl). Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1981; 67:235–40.

15.  Foucher G, Denuit P, Braun FM, Merle M, Michon J. Total or partial transfer of the 2d toe in digital reconstruction. Apropos of 32 cases. Acta Orthop Belg. 1981; 47:854–66.

16.  Tropet Y, Merle M, Vichard P, Michon J. Reconstruction of the teguments of the heel with free and island flaps. Ann Chir Plast. 1981; 26:213–6.

17.  Foucher G, Merle M, Debry R. The reversed de-epithelialized flap. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1982; 1:355–7.

18.  Merle M. The use of microsurgery in injuries of the hand. Bull Académie Natl Chir Dent 1983; 28:27–36.

19.  Foucher G, Merle M, Michon J. Treatment of traumatic mutilations of the thumb. New aspects and contribution of microsurgery. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1984; 110:56–62.

20.  Foucher G, van Genechten F, Merle N, Michon J. A compound radial artery forearm flap in hand surgery: an original modification of the Chinese forearm flap. Br J Plast Surg. 1984; 37:139–48.

21.  Foucher G, Van Genechten F, Merle M, Denuit P, Braun FM, Debry R, et al. Toe-to-hand transfers in reconstructive surgery of the hand. Experience with seventy-one cases. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1984; 3:124–38.

22.  Foucher G, Van Genechten F, Merle M, Michon J. Single stage thumb reconstruction by a composite forearm island flap. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1984; 9:245–8.

23.  Merle M, Amend P, Foucher G, Michon J. Plea for the primary microsurgical repair of peripheral nerve lesions. A comparative study of 150 injuries of the median or the ulnar nerve with a follow-up of more than 2 years. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1984; 110:761–71.

24.  Michon J, Merle M, Bouchon Y, Foucher G. Functional comparison between pollicization and toe-to-hand transfer for thumb reconstruction. J Reconstr Microsurg. 1984 Oct; 1:103–12.

25.  Braun FM, Hoang P, Merle M, Van Genechten F, Foucher G. Technique and indications of the forearm flap in hand surgery. A report of thirty-three cases. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1985; 4:85–97.

26.  Foucher G, Debry R, Van Genechten F, Merle M. Hueston’s flap for reconstruction of loss of distal thumb substance. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1985; 4:239–41.

27.  Merle M, Restrepo Y, Benharkate M, Legeai J. Immediate and prolonged effects of dihydroergocryptine after experimental vascular microsurgery. Microsurgery. 1985; 6:49–52.

28.  Michon J, Merle M, Bouchon Y, Foucher G. Thumb reconstruction pollicisation or toe-to-hand transfers. A comparative study of functional results. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1985; 4:98–110.

29.  Schuind F, Van Genechten F, Denuit P, Merle M, Foucher G. Homodigital neurovascular island flaps in hand surgery. A study of sixty cases. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1985; 4:306–15.

30.  Foucher G, Hoang P, Citron N, Merle M, Dury M. Joint reconstruction following trauma: comparison of microsurgical transfer and conventional methods: a report of 61 cases. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1986; 11:388–93.

31.  Foucher G, Merle M, Michon J. Distal digital amputations: from delayed healing to microsurgical transfer of the toe pulp. Indications and results. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1986; 112:727–35.

32.  Foucher G, Citron N, Merle M, Dury M. Free compound transfer of the distal interphalangeal joint. A case report. J Reconstr Microsurg. 1987; 3:297–300.

33.  Merle M, Becker C, Pankovic C, Bagot d’Arc M. Microsurgical repair of peripheral nerves and vessels using Tissucol. Clinical and experimental study. Rev Laryngol - Otol - Rhinol. 1987; 108:13–4.

34.  Marin-Braun F, Foucher G, Merle M. Forearm radial flap--anatomy and surgical application. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1988; 7:130–5.

35.  Marin-Braun F, Merle M, Foucher G. The kite flap. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1988; 7:147–50.

36.  Merle M, Foucher G, Cange S, Dap F, Bour C. Automated photography in microsurgery. J Reconstr Microsurg. 1988; 4:99–101.

37.  Dap F, Bigard O, Dumontier C, Marchal L, Bour C, Merle M, et al. A single-use vascular clamp. An experimental and clinical study. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1989; 8:265–8.

38.  Dautel G, Borrelly J, Merle M, Michon J. Dorsal vascular network of the first web space. Anatomical bases of the kite flap. Surg Radiol Anat SRA. 1989; 11:109–13.

39.  Dautel G, Merle M, Borrelly J, Michon J. Anatomic variations of the vascular network of the first dorsal commissure. Uses of the kite flap. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1989; 8:53–59.

40.  Durlik M, Benichoux R, Mainard D, Merle M. Laser-Doppler versus fluorometry in the postoperative assessment of a cutaneous free flap. Microsurgery. 1989; 10:170–4.

41.  Merle M, Dap F, Dautel G. Extensive skin losses of the upper limb. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1990; 116:169–75.

42.  Girot J, Marin-Braun F, Dap F, Foucher G, Bour C, Merle M. Partial toe transfers. Functional results: apropos of 26 cases. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1991; 77:42–8.

43.  Merle M. A critical study of thumb reconstruction by second toe transfer. Ann Chir Main Memb Supérieur. 1991; 10:517–22.

44.  Dautel G, Braga da Silva J, Floquet J, Merle M. Experimental study of the trophic effects of reinnervation of pedicled muscle flaps. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1992; 118:122–130.

45.  Dap F, Dautel G, Voche P, Thomas C, Merle M. The posterior interosseous flap in primary repair of hand injuries. A review of 23 cases. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1993; 18:437–45.

46.  Dautel G, Merle M. Pronator quadratus free muscle flap for treatment of palmar defects. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1993; 18:576–8.

47.  Dautel G, Merle M, Prévot J. Toe transfers in traumatic mutilations of the hand in children. Solutions, techniques and results. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1993 1994; 119:419–24.

48.  Voche P, Merle M. Microsurgical coverage of proximal amputation of the forearm. Functional value of preservation of the elbow joint. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1994; 39:356–361.

49.  Voche P, Merle M. The “star”: a design principle of antebrachial radial fasciocutaneous flap. Technical note. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1994; 39:318–20.

50.  Voche P, Merle M. The homodigital subcutaneous flap for cover of dorsal finger defects. Br J Plast Surg. 1994; 47:435–9.

51.  Dautel G. Loss cutaneous substance on fingers in children. Indications for local flaps. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1996; 41:277–83.

52.  Merle M. Reconstruction of amputated thumb: 20 years of development of techniques and indications. Bull Académie Natl Médecine. 1996; 180:195–214.

53.  Voche P, Merle M. The use of pedicular flap from the squared pronator muscle in the prevention and treatment of neuritis. Report of 8 cases. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1997; 42:587–593.

54.  Dautel G, Corcella D, Merle M. Reconstruction of fingertip amputations by partial composite toe transfer with short vascular pedicle. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1998; 23:457–64.

55.  Menezes-Leite MC, Dautel G, Duteille F, Lascombes P. Transplantation of the proximal fibula based on the anterior tibial artery. Anatomical study and clinical application. Surg Radiol Anat SRA. 2000; 22:235–8.

56.  Duteille F, Rocchi L, Dautel G, Merle M. Antecubital flap: advantages in elbow coverage. An anatomical study and experience of five clinical cases. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 2001; 46:18–22.

57.  Voche P, Stussi JD, Merle M. The supramalleolar flap. Our experience in 35 cases. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 2001; 46:112–24.

58.  Voche P, Merle M. Use of a free gracilis flap for coverage of medium size defects over the ankle and foot. Scand J Plast Reconstr Surg Hand. 2002; 36:91–5.

59.  Beyaert C, Henry S, Dautel G, Martinet N, Beltramo F, Lascombes P, et al. Effect on balance and gait secondary to removal of the second toe for digital reconstruction: 5-year follow-up. J Pediatr Orthop. 2003; 23:60–4.

60.  Duteille F, Velik M, Nguyen J-M, Merle M, Dautel G. Free flap for soft tissue loss of the limbs in trauma victims. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 2003; 89:574–9.

61.  Duteille F, Lim A, Dautel G. Free flap coverage of upper and lower limb tissue defects in children: a series of 22 patients. Ann Plast Surg. 2003; 50:344–9.

62.  Dautel G, Gouzou S, Vialaneix J, Faivre S. PIP reconstruction with vascularized PIP joint from the second toe: minimizing the morbidity with the “dorsal approach and short-pedicle technique. Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg. 2004; 8:173–80.

63.  Dautel G, Vialaneix J, Faivre S. Island nail transfer in the treatment of macrodactyly of the great toe: a case report. J Foot Ankle Surg. 2004; 43:113–8.

64.  Voche P, Merle M, Stussi J-D. The lateral supramalleolar flap: experience with 41 flaps. Ann Plast Surg. 2005; 54:49–54.

65.  Barbary S, Métais P, Dautel G. Reconstruction of the trapeziometacarpal joint and the first metacarpal bone by reversed free osteocutaneous dorsalis pedis flap. Chir Main. 2007; 26:232–4.

66.  Dautel G, Barbary S. Second toe transfer in congenital hand differences. Chir Main. 2008; 27 Suppl 1:S48–61.

67.  Mozaffarian K, Lascombes P, Dautel G. Vascular basis of free transfer of proximal epiphysis and diaphysis of fibula: an anatomical study. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg. 2009; 129:183–7.

68.  Delétang F, Dautel G. Free re-innervated gracilis muscle transfer to restore flexion or extension of the fingers: about three cases. Chir Main. 2010; 29:195–8.

69.  Jager T, Journeau P, Dautel G, Barbary S, Haumont T, Lascombes P. Is combining massive bone allograft with free vascularized fibular flap the children’s reconstruction answer to lower limb defects following bone tumour resection? Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2010; 96:340–7.

70.  Pozzetto M, Dautel G. The vascularized articular transfers from the foot. Chir Main. 2010; 29 Suppl 1:S156–171.

71.  Pujo J, Barbary S, Simon E, Dap F, Dautel G. Free temporoparietal flap in hand coverage. Report of three cases. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 2010; 55:61–5.

72.  Gisquet H, Barbary S, Vialanex J, Dap F, Dautel G. The free groin flap utility. About 19 cases. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 2011; 56:99–106.

73.  Legname M, Barbary S, Dautel G. Distal radius reconstruction using a split vascularized fibula. Two cases following giant cell tumor resection. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2011; 97:762–5.

74.  Medrykowski F, Barbary S, Gibert N, Lascombes P, Dautel G. Vascularized proximal fibular epiphyseal transfer: two cases. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res OTSR. 2012; 98:728–32.

75.  Colson T, Pozetto M, Gibert N, Dautel G. Scapular/parascapular double skin- paddle free flap for transfixing blast injuries of the hand. A case report. Ann  Chir Plast Esthétique. 2014; 59:195–9.

 

 

 

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16.  Michon J. Boutonniere deformity. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1987; 6:307–14.

17.  Marin-Braun F, Merle M, Sanz J, Foucher G, Voiry MH, Petry D. Primary repair of extensor tendons with assisted post-operative mobilisation. A series of 48 cases. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1989; 8:7–21.

18.  Voche P, Merle M. Injuries of the flexor tendons of the hand. Rev Prat. 1994; 44:2423–8.

19.  Courvoisier A, Pradel P, Dautel G. Surgical outcome of one-stage and two-stage flexor tendon grafting in children. J Pediatr Orthop. 2009; 29:792–6.

20.  Dautel G. Flexor tendon surgery in 2015. Chir Main. 2014;33 Suppl:S1.

21.  Dautel G. Flexor tendons repair in zones 3, 4 and 5. Chir Main. 2014;33 Suppl:S44–47.

22.  Pauchard N, Pedeutour B, Dautel G. Graft reconstruction of flexor tendons. Chir Main. 2014; 33 Suppl:S58–71.

23.  Breton A, Jager T, Dap F, Dautel G. Effectiveness of flexor tenolysis in zone II: A retrospective series of 40 patients at 3 months postoperatively. Chir Main. 2015; 34:126–33.

 

 

1.  Roux M, Michon J, Huguenard P. Post-operative paralysis of the brachial plexus. Anesthésie Analgésie. 1950; 7:166–9. 2.  Michon J, Masse P. The optimum moment for nerve suture in wounds of the upper extremity. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1964; 50:205–12.

3.  Michon J. Present-day principles of the repair of peripheral nerves. Acta Chir Belg. 1976; 75:241–3.

4.  Chanson L, Michon J, Merle M, Delagoutte JP. Study of the results of the repair of 85 nerves, 49 of which were large nerves. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1977; 63 Suppl 2:153–60.

5.  Lejeune G, Merle M. The place of microsurgery in the repair of lesions of the brachial plexus. Rev Médicale Liège. 1977; 32:344–6.

6.  Michon J. Modern principles concerning the repair of peripheral nerves. Acta Orthop Belg. 1977;  43:165–9.

7.  Lustig D, Xenard J, André JM, Merle M, Foucher G. Sensory reeducation of the hand after peripheral nerve lesions (author’s transl). Ann Chir. 1981; 35:295–300.

8.  Lebreton E, Bourgeon Y, Lascombes P, Merle M, Foucher G. Systemization of the vascularization of the ulnar nerve in its upper arm. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1983; 2:211–8.

9.  Restrepo Y, Merle M, Michon J, Folliguet B, Petry D. Fascicular nerve graft using an empty perineurial tube: an experimental study in the rabbit. Microsurgery. 1983; 4:105–12.

10.  Borrelly J, Merle M, Hubert J, Grosdidier G, Wack B. Compression of the brachial plexus by a pseudarthrosis of the 1st rib. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1984; 3:266–8.

11.  Merle M, Foucher G, Van Genechten F, Michon J. The repair of peripheral nerve injuries in emergency. Bull Hosp Jt Dis Orthop Inst. 1984; 44:338–46.

12.  Restrepo Y, Merle M, Michon J, Folliguet B, Barrat E. Free vascularized nerve grafts: an experimental study in the rabbit. Microsurgery. 1985; 6:78–84.

13.  Restrepo Y, Merle M, Petry D, Michon J. Empty perineurial tube graft used to repair a digital nerve: a first case report. Microsurgery. 1985; 6:73–7.

14.  Merle M, Foucher G. Direct surgery of the brachial plexus. 10 years’ experience. Apropos of 262 surgically treated cases. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1986; 112:703–9.

15.  Merle M, Borrelly J. Treatment of the neurologic forms of the thoracic outlet syndrome using the Ross approach. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1987; 113:188–94.

16.  Merle M, Duprez K, Delandre D, Bour C, Dap F, Duprez A. Microsurgical neurolysis of post-radiotherapy brachial plexitis. Results apropos of 20 cases. Experimental justification of the treatment. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1988; 114:421–31.

17.  Bour C, Merle M. Nerve allografts and immunologic problems. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1989; 8:334–5.

18.  Merle M, Dellon AL, Campbell JN, Chang PS. Complications from silicon-polymer intubulation of nerves. Microsurgery. 1989; 10:130–3.

19.  Merle M, Foucher G, Dap F, Bour C. Tendon transfers for treatment of the paralyzed hand following brachial plexus injury. Hand Clin. 1989; 5:33–41.

20.  Dumontier C, Kloos M, Dap F, Merle M. Nerve graft of collateral branches of fingers. Report of a series of 16 reviewed cases. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1990; 76:311–6.

21.  Foucher G, Malizos C, Sammut D, Braun FM, Michon J. Primary palmaris longus transfer as an opponensplasty in carpal tunnel release. A series of 73 cases. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1991; 16:56–60.

22.  Merle M, Dautel G. Vascularised nerve grafts. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1991; 16:483–8.

23.  Dautel G, Merle M. The blood supply of digital nerves: a microanatomical study of superficial and deep palmar venous networks. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1992; 17:632–7.

24.  Merle M, de Medinaceli L. Primary nerve repair in the upper limb. Our preferred methods: theory and practical applications. Hand Clin. 1992; 8:575–86.

25.  De Medinaceli L, Prayon M, Merle M. Percentage of nerve injuries in which primary repair can be achieved by end-to-end approximation: review of 2,181 nerve lesions. Microsurgery. 1993; 14:244–6.

26.  Merle M, Gilbert A. Should the carpal tunnel be a subject of controversy? Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1994; 119:226–7.

27.  Merle M, Gilbert A, Fredenucci JF, Petry D, Foliguet B, Mosnier M. Experimental and clinical study of the effect of naftidrofuryl on the recovery from peripheral nerve lesions. Microsurgery. 1994; 15:179–86.

28.  De Medinaceli L, al Khoury R, Merle M. Large amounts of polylactic acid in contact with divided nerve sheaths have no adverse effects on regeneration. J Reconstr Microsurg. 1995; 11:43–9.

29.  Voche P, Merle M. Wartenberg’s sign. A new method of surgical correction. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1995; 20:49–52.

30.  De Medinaceli L, Hurpeau J, Merle M, Begorre H. Cold and post-traumatic pain: modeling of the peripheral nerve message. Biosystems. 1997; 43:145–67.

31.  De Medinaceli L, Leblanc AL, Merle M. Functional consequences of isolated nerve stretch: experimental long-term static loading. J Reconstr Microsurg. 1997; 13:185–92.

32.  Duteille F, Amara B, Dautel G, Merle M. Isolated palsy of the flexor pollicis longus in anterior interosseous nerve syndrome. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 2000; 86:306–9.

33.  Merle M. Surgical aspects of the cervicothoracobrachial outlet. Chir Main. 2000; 19:202–11.

34.  Duteille F, Petry D, Dautel G, Merle M. A comparison between clinical results and electromyographic analysis after median or ulnar nerve injuries in children’s wrists. Ann Plast Surg. 2001; 46:382–6.

35.  Nehme A, Kany J, Sales-De-Gauzy J, Charlet JP, Dautel G, Cahuzac JP. Obstetrical brachial plexus palsy. Prediction of outcome in upper root injuries. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 2002 ; 27:9–12.

36.  Mouilhade F, Barbary S, Apard T, Dautel G. End-to-side neurorrhaphy for median nerve repair after elbow tumor resection: case report. J Hand Surg. 2009; 34:83–6.

37.  Breton A, Mainard L, De Gaspéri M, Barbary S, Maurice E, Dautel G. Arthroscopic release of shoulder contracture secondary to obstetric brachial plexus palsy: retrospective study of 18 children with an average follow-up of 4.5 years. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2012; 98:638–44.

38.  Barthel P-Y, Barbary S, Breton A, Apredoaei C, Dap F, Mansat P, et al. Recovery of elbow flexion in post-traumatic C5-C6 and C5-C6-C7 palsy: retrospective dual-center study comparing single and double nerve transfer. Chir Main. 2014; 33:211–8.

39.  Chevrollier J, Pedeutour B, Dap F, Dautel G. Evaluation of emergency nerve grafting for proper palmar digital nerve defects: a retrospective single centre study. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2014; 100:605–10.

 

 

 

 

 

1.  Michon J. Panaris. Ann Chir. 1974; 28:255–7.

2.  Michon J. Phlegmon of the tendon sheaths. Ann Chir. 1974; 28:277–80.

3. : Conaminated wounds : Effectiveness of debridement for reducing bacterial load : G. Pomares, S. Huguet, F. Dap, G. Dautel, Hand Surgery and Rehabilitation, 35, 2016 : 266-270

 

 

1.  Jandeaux M, Michon J, Delagoutte JP. Traumatic pathology of the semilunar bone (preliminary report). Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1972; 58:349–70.

2.  Michon J. Conclusions on recent injuries of the scaphoid. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1972; 58:682.

3.  Michon J. Fractures and pseudarthrosis of the carpal scaphoid. Conclusions. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1972; 58:723–4.

4.  Michon J. Lunarectomy with prosthetic replacement. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1973; 59:Suppl 1:180–186.

5.  Merle M, Memeteau D, Michon J. Prosthetic replacement of the semilunar  bone. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1982; 1:253–5

 

6.  Bour C, Merle M. Trans-triquetral triquetral-lunate arthrodesis. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1988; 7:266–70.

7.  Dap F, Marin-Braun F, Amend P, Bour C, Foucher G, Merle M, et al. Compound open injuries of the wrist. Apropos of 15 cases. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1988;74 Suppl 2:149–52.

8.  Lesur E, Merle M, Michon J. Limitations of replacing the semilunar with a Swanson’s implant. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1989; 75:281–91.

9.  Bour P, Dap F, Merle M, Foucher G, Michon J. The lower radio-ulnar joint in  malunion of the lower end of the radius: therapeutic implications. Ann Chir  Main Memb Supérieur. 1990; 9:261–270

 

10.  Gaisne E, Dap F, Bour C, Merle M. Arthrodesis of the wrist in manual workers. Apropos of 36 cases. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1991; 77:537–44.

11.  Voche P, Bour C, Merle M, Spaite A. Scapho-trapezo-trapezoidal arthrodesis or triscaphe arthrodeses. Study of 36 reviewed cases. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1991; 77:103–14.

12.  Voche P, Merle M. Removal of cancellous bone graft through the base of the excised radial styloid process. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1992; 17:499–500.

13.  Dautel G, Merle M. Dynamic arthroscopic tests for the diagnosis of scaphoid-lunar instabilities. Ann Chir Main Memb Supérieur. 1993; 12:206–9.

14.  Voche P, Merle M. Arthrodesis of 4 bones of the wrist. Study of 12 follow-up cases. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1993; 79:456–63.

15.  Voche P, Merle M. Arthrolysis of the wrist, indications and technique. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1993; 79:135–9.

16.  Voche P, Van Overstraeten L, Merle M. Correction of posttraumatic disorders  of the distal radio-ulnar joint with the Sauvé-Kapandji surgical procedure.  Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1993; 79:464–72.

 

17.  Leneveu E, Prévot J, Dautel G, Lascombes P. Villonodular synovitis of the wrist. Apropos of a case in an adolescent. Ann Chir Main Memb Supérieur. 1994; 13:274–7.

18.  Dautel G, Merle M. Scapholunate dissociation in the skeletally immature carpus. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1997; 22:173–4.

19.  Voche P, Dautel G, Dap F, Merle M, Ninou M. Temporary external fixation in the  correction of non articular mal-unions of the distal radius. Rev Chir  Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1999; 85:18–23.

 

20.  Dautel G. Role of arthroscopy of the wrist. J Bone Spine Rev Rhum. 2001; 68:322–4.

21.  Duteille F, Rehart S, Dautel G, Merle M. Capitolunate arthrodesis: the lateral approach. Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg. 2001; 5:212–5.

22.  Voche P, Merle M, Dautel G. Non-articular malunions of the distal radius: evaluation and techniques of correction. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 2001; 87:263–75.

23.  Kadji O, Duteille F, Dautel G, Merle M. Four bone versus capito-lunate limited carpal fusion. Report of 40 cases. Chir Main. 2002; 21:5–12.

24.  Dreant N, Dautel G. Development of a arthroscopic severity score for scapholunate instability. Chir Main. 2003; 22:90–4.

25.  Ciprian S, Iochum S, Kohlmann R, Dautel G, Dap F, Blum A. MR imaging accuracy in the prediction of bone graft healing potential in scaphoid non-union. J Radiol. 2004; 85:1699–706.

26.  Duteille F, Dautel G. Non-union fractures of the scaphoid and carpal bones in children: surgical treatment. J Pediatr Orthop Part B. 2004; 13:34–8.

27.  Delétang F, Segret J, Dap F, Dautel G. Chronic scapholunate instability treated by scaphocapitate fusion: a midterm outcome perspective. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2011; 97:164–71.

28.  Barthel PY, Blum A, Dautel G. Avascular osteonecrosis of the scaphoid (Preiser’s disease) in a 13-year-old boy treated with vascularized bone graft. J Hand Surg Eur. 2012; 37:180–2.

29.  Pauchard N, Dederichs A, Segret J, Barbary S, Dap F, Dautel G. The role of three-ligament tenodesis in the treatment of chronic scapholunate instability. J Hand Surg Eur Vol. 2013; 38:758–66.

30.  Pauchard N, Lecoanet-Strugarek C, Segret J, De Gasperi M, Dap F, Dautel G. Dorsal locking plates versus staples in four-corner fusion: a comparative clinical and radiological study. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2014; 100:593–7.

31.  De Runz A, Pauchard N, Sorin T, Dap F, Dautel G. Ulna-Shortening Osteotomy: Outcome and Repercussion of the Distal Radioulnar Joint Osteoarthritis. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2016; 137:175–84.

32.  Gondim Teixeira PA, De Verbizier J, Aptel S, Wack M, Dap F, Dautel G, et al.  Posterior Radioscaphoid Angle as a Predictor of Wrist Degenerative Joint  Disease in Patients With Scapholunate Ligament Tears. Am J Roentgenol.  2016; 206:144–50.

33.J. Chevrollier, C. strugarek-Lecoanet, F. Dap, G. Dautel : Results of a unicentric series of 15 wrist prosthesis implantations at a 5.2 year follow-up. Acta Orthopaedica Belgica, 2016, 82, 31-42

 

1.  Bouchon Y, Merle M, Foucher G, Michon J. Malunions of the metacarpals and phalanges. Results of surgical treatment. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1982; 68:549–55.

2.  Foucher G, Debry R, Braun FM, Merle M. Palmar approach in proximal amputation of the 2nd ray of the hand. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1982; 68:581–3.

3. Foucher G, Merle M, Braun FM, Thomas M, Michon J. Surgery of the index finger. “All or nothing” approach. Ann Chir Plast. 1982; 27:263–6.

4.  Foucher G, Hultgren T, Merle M, Braun JM. Matev’s digit lengthening technic. Apropos of 20 cases. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1988; 7:210–6.

5.  Girot J, Marin-Braun F, Amend P, Dap F, Bour C, Foucher G, et al. Littler’s operation (SORL = spiral oblique retinacular ligament) in the treatment of “swan neck”. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1988; 7:85–9.

6.  Voche P, Merle M, Membre H, Fockens W. Bioabsorbable rods and pins for fixation of metacarpophalangeal arthrodesis of the thumb. J Hand Surg. 1995; 20:1032–6.

7.  Voche P, Merle M, Pillot D. Pseudarthrosis and delayed union of the distal phalanx of the long fingers. Apropos of 13 cases. Rev Chir Orthopédique Réparatrice Appar Mot. 1995; 81:485–90.

8.  Jager T, Vogels J, Dautel G. The Zitelli design for bilobed flap applied on skin defects after digital mucous cyst excision. A review of 9 cases. Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg. 2012; 16:124–6.

 

 

1.  Chalnot P, Michon J. Reconstruction of a grasp in a case of congenital amputation of the fingers. Ann Chir Plast. 1959 ; 4:231–3.

2.  Geny M, Chanson L, Hoeffel JC, Merle M, Barthelet P. Radiological appearances of congenital malformations of the hand (author’s transl). J Radiol. 1980; 61:353–9.

3.  Tropet Y, Merle M, Vichard P, Michon J. An unusual form of macrodactyly. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1982; 1:342–6.

4.  Tropet Y, Merle M, Vichard P, Michon J. An unusual form of macrodactylia. Sem Hôpitaux Organe Fondé Par Assoc Enseign Médical Hôpitaux Paris. 1983; 59:2055–9.

5.  Foucher G, Greant P, Merle M, Michon J. Congenital abnormalities of the thumb. Contribution of microsurgical technics. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1988; 114:60–6.

6.  Schuind F, Merle M, Dap F, Bour C, Michon J. Hyperostotic macrodactyly. J Hand Surg. 1988; 13:544–8.

7.  Dautel G. Camptodactylies. Chir Main. 2003; 22:115–24.

8.  Dautel G. Thumb hypoplasia. Chir Main. 2006 ; 25:1–15.

9.  Hariri A, Journeau P, Dautel G. Pollicization of the most radial finger in five-fingered hand: report of three cases. Chir Main. 2010; 29:381–7.

10.  Christen T, Dautel G. Metacarpophalangeal ligamentoplasty in typical cleft hand. Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg. 2013; 17:120–2.

11.  Christen T, Dautel G. Type II and IIIA thumb hypoplasia reconstruction. J Hand Surg. 2013; 38:2009–15.

12.  Huguet S, Leheup B, Aslan M, Muller F, Dautel G, Journeau P, et al. Radiological and clinical analysis of Madelung’s deformity in children. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res. 2014; 100:S349–352.

13.  Dautel G, Perrin P. Use of an Axial Flap to Increase the Girth of Wassel IV Thumb Reconstructions. J Hand Surg. 2015; 40:1327–32.

 

 

 

1.  Michon J. G.E.M. device for rehabilitation of the hand. Ann Chir Plast. 1973; 18:379–81.

2.  Michon J, Pillet J. The GEM dynamic hand splint. The Hand. 1974; 6:295–6.

3.  Chambon X, Paysant J, Gavillot C, Petry D, André JM, Dap F, et al. Rehabilitation protocols after repairs of zone 2 of the flexor tendon of the hand: presentation and indications. Chir Main. 2001; 20:368–77.

4. Paysant J, Beyaert C, Berhili-Lansac H, Martinet N, Dautel G, Dap F, et al. Clinical  and three-dimensional kinematic features of the upper limb after  replantation of the hand. Ann Réadaptation Médecine Phys. 2004; 47:119–27.

 

5.  Foisneau-Lottin A, Touillet A, Paysant J, Dautel G. Rehabilitation after secondary surgery of the flexor tendons of fingers and thumb. Chir Main. 2014; 33 Suppl:S81–88.

6.  Foisneau-Lottin A, Touillet A, Paysant J, Dautel  null. Rehabilitation following primary repair of flexor tendons in adults. Chir Main. 2014; 33 Suppl:S72–80.

 

 

1.  Tricot P, Girard JP, Merle M, Benichoux R. Perfodec: intraoperative apparatus for detection of surgical glove perforation. Nouv Presse Médicale. 1973;2:3058.

2.  Kawai T, Stoitchcov E, Lorenzini C, Merle M, Benichoux R. Long-term follow-up of dogs, with a patent anastomosis of the thoracic duct to the esophagus. Eur Surg Res Eur Chir Forsch Rech Chir Eur. 1974;6:46–55.

3.  Laurent J, Jeanpierre RE, Merle M. Modern contribution of digestive endoscopy to surgery. (With 5 colour plates). Prog Surg. 1974;13:167–88.

4.  Merle M, Burdin JC, Bénichoux R. Safety of surgical gloves, especially disposable gloves. J Chir. 1974;107:295–302.

5.  Michon J, Delagoutte JP, Jandeaux M. Use of Swanson’s prosthesis in the treatment of hallux valgus. Ann Chir Plast. 1974;19:23–9.

6.  Borrelly J, Merle M, Gilardot E, Didier F, Noel P, Lochard J. Pulmonary embolectomy and cavo-iliac thrombectomy without assisted circulations (author’s transl). Ann Chir Thorac Cardiovasc. 1975;14:353–6.

7.  Kawai T, Stoitchcov E, Lorenzini C, Merle M, Benichoux R. Lymphocyte depletion through experimental anastomosis of the thoracic duct and cervical esophagus. Biomed Publiée Pour AAICIG. 1975;23:55–8.

8.  Bouchon Y, Merle M. Oral ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate in the prevention of local complications of plastic surgery. Double-blind controlled study of 42 cases. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1984;29:385–8.

9.  Merle M, Bour C, Foucher G, Saint Laurent Y. Sarcoid tenosynovitis in the hand. A case report and literature review. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1986; 11:281–6.

10.  Pointel JP, Bour C, Isselin J, Braun FM, Merle M, Debry G. Sympathectomy of the digital arteries in acro-syndromes. J Mal Vasc. 1986; 11:90–2.

11.  Duprez K, Bilweis J, Duprez A, Merle M. Experimental and clinical study of fast absorption cutaneous suture material. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1988; 7:91–6.

12.  Lascombes P, Dautel G, Grosdidier G, Borrelly J. Anatomic basis for the orthopedic treatment of bladder exstrophy: anatomic study of the sacrosciatic ligaments in the newborn. Surg Radiol Anat SRA. 1988; 10:97–100.

13.  Smith DJ, Foucher G, Merle M, Michon J. Use of glutaraldehyde stabilized mammalian pericardium in hand surgery. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1988; 7:54–7.

14.  Bouchon Y, Michon J, Chanson L, Merle M, Debry G. Effect of ornithine oxoglutarate on the duration and quality of wound healing in extensive reparative and plastic surgical methods. Ann Chir Plast Esthétique. 1989; 34:447–9.

15.  Dap F, Bour C, Brugière H, Foucher G, Merle M. The socio-economic costs of finger replantation. Apropos of 40 replantations of the thumb. Ann Chir Main Organe Off Sociétés Chir Main. 1989; 8:78–83.

16.  Foucher G, Greant P, Ehrler S, Buch N, Braun FM, Michon J. Role of orthosis in the treatment of stiffness of the hand. Chir Mémoires Académie Chir. 1989; 115:100–5.

17.  Lascombes P, Dautel G, Grosdidier G. Anatomical basis of pelvic growth in bladder exstrophy. Surg Radiol Anat SRA. 1989; 11:85–9.

18.  Dautel G, Braga da Silva J, Merle M. Pedicled or free flap transfer of the gracilis muscle in rats. J Reconstr Microsurg. 1991; 7:23–5.

19.  De Medinaceli L, Merle M. Applying “cell surgery” to nerve repair: a preliminary report on the first ten human cases. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1991; 16:499–504.

20.  De Medinaceli L, Merle M. How exact should nerve stump coaptation be? A new answer given by “cell surgery”. J Hand Surg Edinb Scotl. 1991; 16:495–8.

21.  Duprez K, Bour C, Merle M, Duprez A. Human nerve xenografting in nude mouse: experimental study of graft revascularization. Microsurgery. 1991; 12:1–8.

22.  Got I, Voche P, Merle M, Drouin P. Medical and surgical management of septic diabetic foot. Diabète Métabolisme. 1994; 20:53–9.

23.  Merle M. SFI = sciatic functional index? Or some feebler imitation? Microsurgery. 1995; 16:171–2.

24.  Voche P, Merle M. Vascular supply of the palmar subcutaneous tissue of fingers. Br J Plast Surg. 1996; 49:315–8.

25.  Amara B, de Medinaceli L, Lane GB, Merle M. Functional assessment of misdirected axon growth after nerve repair in the rat. J Reconstr Microsurg. 2000; 16:563–7.

26.  Durand PY, Lan GB, Marchal L, Wilson S, Dautel G, Merle M. Evaluation of low-pressure arterial and venous clamps: electron microscopic study and possible clinical applications. J Reconstr Microsurg. 2000; 16:465–71.

27.  Merle M, Duteille F, Rehart S, Wilson SW, Ferreira B. Use of mitek anchors in the digits. Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg. 2000; 4:189–200.

28.  Blum AG, Zabel J-P, Kohlmann R, Batch T, Barbara K, Zhu X, et al. Pathologic conditions of the hypothenar eminence: evaluation with multidetector CT and MR imaging. Radiogr Rev Publ Radiol Soc N Am Inc. 2006; 26:1021–44.

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