Severe frostbite drug Aurlumyn could reduce risk of amputations - The Washington Post

Feb 24, 2024 09:30 EST

The Food and Drug Administration this month approved the first-ever medication to treat severe frostbite in adults, a move that could reduce the risk of amputations from exposure. The injectable dru… [+1815 chars]

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